skraelings
The term *skraelings* originates from Old Norse and was used by Viking explorers and settlers to refer to indigenous peoples encountered in new lands. The word derives from *skrælingr*, meaning "wretch" or "wild man," and was applied broadly to any unfamiliar or seemingly uncivilized individuals, particularly those in North America and Greenland.
During the Norse settlements in Vinland (modern-day Newfoundland and Labrador) around the 11th century, Norse sagas
The term persisted in later European exploration, particularly in Greenland, where Norse colonies coexisted with Inuit
Today, the historical use of *skræling* reflects the broader European colonial perspective of the time, emphasizing