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Fafnir (ˈfæfnɪə Pronunciation for Fafnir ; ˈfæv-) 

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noun

  1. (Norse mythology) the son of Hreidmar, whom he killed to gain the cursed treasure of Andvari. He became a dragon and was slain by Sigurd while guarding the treasure

Example Sentences Including 'Fafnir'

And so, one night Fafnir crept to our father's bed and cut his throat while he slept.
David Day Tolkien's Ring

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