nor- root words — words with the nor- root

The root nor- comes from Norwegian norge, meaning Norway (where first described). 1 words in Dendril are built from it, including norite. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the nor- root

Explore words with nor- — words containing the nor- root and sharing its sense of "Norway (where first described)". Examples include norite. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does nor- mean?

The nor- root means Norway (where first described), from Norwegian norge. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.