Norwegian
noun
Nor·we·gian
nȯr-ˈwē-jən 
1
a
: a native or inhabitant of Norway
b
: a person of Norwegian descent
2
: the Germanic language of the Norwegian people
Norwegian
adjective
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Just over five years into his career, the Norwegian is already ranked 36th on the PGA Tour's all-time money list.
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Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
The Norwegian Ski Association also remembers his efforts on the ski board.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 16 July 2025
In concert, Norway’s charging infrastructure has expanded dramatically, with more than 25,000 public EV charging points; the average Norwegian can find a rapid charge point within 30 miles.
—Margo T. Oge, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Small passenger ships that cannot meet the requirements in time may be eligible for temporary exemptions from the Norwegian Maritime Authority, and larger vessels have years to adapt their technology.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
The Norwegian Ski Association also remembers his efforts on the ski board.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 16 July 2025
In concert, Norway’s charging infrastructure has expanded dramatically, with more than 25,000 public EV charging points; the average Norwegian can find a rapid charge point within 30 miles.
—Margo T. Oge, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Small passenger ships that cannot meet the requirements in time may be eligible for temporary exemptions from the Norwegian Maritime Authority, and larger vessels have years to adapt their technology.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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“Norwegian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Norwegian. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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Norwegian
noun
Nor·we·gian
nȯr-ˈwē-jən
1
: a person born or living in Norway
2
: the Germanic language of the Norwegian people
Norwegian
adjective
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