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What does the word ski mean in Old Norse?

Split piece of wood.

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Why: The Old Norse word skíð refers to a split piece of wood or firewood.

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Answer: Split piece of wood. The Old Norse word skíð refers to a split piece of wood or firewood.

  1. Skiing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skiing
    The word "ski" comes from the Old Norse word "skíð" which means to "split piece of wood or firewood".
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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