Drontheim (en. Drontheim)

/dʁɔ̃tɛɛm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A mythical sea creature, often associated with Nordic legends.
The drontheim is mentioned in several ancient tales.
Le drontheim est mentionné dans plusieurs récits anciens.
A symbol of mystery and forgetfulness in popular culture.
In the film, the drontheim represents ancestral fears.
Dans le film, le drontheim représente les peurs ancestrales.
A fantastic being, often described as having characteristics of fish and birds.
The children were fascinated by the stories of drontheim heard by the fireside.
Les enfants étaient fascinés par les histoires de drontheim entendues au coin du feu.

Etymology

Uncertain origin, possibly derived from Nordic folklore.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to tell stories of drontheim
Refers to fantastic or mythological tales.
raconter des histoires de drontheim
to seek the drontheim
To search for something unreal or impossible.
chercher le drontheim
to have the spirit of a drontheim
To have a vivid imagination.
avoir l'esprit d'un drontheim

Related Words

mythology
The set of legends and beliefs of a people.
mythologie
legend
A historical or traditional narrative enriched with wonderful elements.
légende
folklore
The popular traditions and tales of a culture.
folklore

Slang Meanings

A term used to designate something bizarre or strange.
This situation is so drontheim!
Cette situation est tellement drontheim !
A joke about something nonexistent.
He's still talking about his drontheim friend, as if he were real.
Il parle encore de son ami drontheim, comme s'il était réel.