þornaður

þornaður is an Icelandic word that translates to "dried" or "withered" in English. It is the past participle of the verb þorna, meaning to dry or to wither. This word can be used to describe a variety of things that have lost their moisture or freshness. For example, it can refer to food that has been dried, such as þornaður fiskur (dried fish). It can also describe plants that have withered due to lack of water or the change of seasons. In a more figurative sense, þornaður can be used to describe a person who is emotionally drained or despondent. The word evokes a sense of loss, decay, or a state of being no longer vibrant. Its usage is common in everyday Icelandic conversation and literature when referring to states of dryness or decay.