thor

noun
UK: /θɔː/
US: /θɔːr/

  1. In Norse mythology, the god of thunder, strength, and protection.

    1. Thor is known for his mighty hammer Mjolnir. [ ] [ ]
    2. The legends of Thor inspired many comic book characters and movies. [ ] [ ]

  2. A male given name, derived from the Norse god Thor.

    1. Thor is a somewhat unusual name for a baby these days. [ ] [ ]
    2. He chose to name his son Thor, honoring his Scandinavian heritage. [ ] [ ]
thor verb

  1. To hit or strike something with great force, like the mythical Thor wielding his hammer.

    1. The storm thored down on the coastal town. [ ] [ ]
    2. The boxer thored a powerful punch, knocking his opponent out cold when he landed. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "thor" in English means: In Norse mythology, the god of thunder, strength, and protection., A male given name, derived from the Norse god Thor..

The phonetic transcription of "thor" is /θɔː/ in British English and /θɔːr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "thor": "Thor is known for his mighty hammer Mjolnir.". More examples on the page.