þurnum
þurnum is a term that appears in some discussions of Old Norse linguistics as well as in contemporary speculative fiction. It is not a word with established histories or attested usage in primary sources. The string consists of the Old Norse letter þ (thorn) combined with the Latin-style suffix -um, a pattern that has led to its treatment as a hypothetical neuter noun rather than a securely attested lexeme.
Etymology and form: Because there is no primary source spelling, the etymology of þurnum is uncertain. If
Usage: In speculative or fan-created glossaries, þurnum is sometimes defined as the name of a type of
Orthography and pronunciation: The thorn letter þ represents a voiceless dental fricative in many Old Norse