1. in Norse mythology, one of the female warrior spirits who chose which warriors would die in battle and escorted the souls of brave warriors to Valhalla
Usage: mythology
2. a strong, fierce woman, especially one involved in warfare or conflict
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The valkyries rode across the battlefield on winged horses.
• In Wagner’s opera, Brunhilde is the most famous valkyrie.
• Norse legends describe valkyries as beautiful but deadly maidens.
• The museum displayed artifacts depicting valkyries in ancient art.
• She fought like a valkyrie, fierce and unrelenting.
• The valkyrie chose only the bravest fallen warriors for Valhalla.