Complete Definition of "beserk"

English

Alternative spellings
berserk

Usage notes
This spelling is considered a misspelling of the word berserk in some English speaking countries such as the UK.

Etymology
ON. berserkr (Icelandic berserkur), probably from bjǫrn �bear� + serkr �coat�.

Pronunciation
IPA|/b�'z�:k/

Noun
en-noun

  1. A crazed Norse warrior who fought in a frenzy.

Translations
trans-top|beserk
German: Berserker m
Japanese: ����� (beruseruku)
trans-mid
trans-bottom

Adjective
en-adj

  1. Injuriously, maniacally, or furiously violent or out of control.

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ru:beserk

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