Orwandil

Orwandil
   Name of a giant who was defeated in battle by Thor, who threw one of his toes into the sky, where it became a star.

Who’s Who in non-classical mythology . . 2014.

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  • Orion — late 14c., from Gk. Oarion, of unknown origin, though some speculate on Akkadian Uru anna the Light of Heaven. Another Greek name for the constellation was Kandaon, a title of Ares, god of war, and it is represented in most cultures as a giant (e …   Etymology dictionary

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