LINI
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LINI is a Primitive Quendian root signifying "pool, mere, lake".[1]
Derivatives
Other versions of the Lengedarium
In the Etymologies appears the root LIN1- signifying "pool". The root yields the following derivatives of the same meaning: Quenya linya, Noldorin lhîn, and Ilkorin line.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, "Words, Phrases and Passages in Various Tongues in The Lord of the Rings: Eldarin Roots and Stems", in Parma Eldalamberon XVII (edited by Christopher Gilson), p. 160 (form appearing as "√LĬNĬ")
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Lost Road and Other Writings, Part Three: "The Etymologies", p. 349
