meiðr

Meiðr is a term found in Old Norse literature, most notably in the Poetic Edda. It is a name associated with the god Odin, and it translates to "timber" or "wood" in modern Icelandic. The exact significance and connotations of this epithet are subject to scholarly interpretation. Some scholars suggest it relates to Odin's connection with nature or perhaps to his role as a craftsman and wielder of potent artifacts. The name appears in several kennings and mythological contexts, often implying a connection to the great world tree, Yggdrasil, or to the wooden structures that were important in ancient Germanic societies. The precise origin and evolution of the name's use as an epithet for Odin remain an area of ongoing linguistic and mythological study. Its presence highlights the multifaceted nature of Odin's persona and his association with various elements of the Norse worldview.