sea king

one of the piratical Scandinavian chiefs who ravaged the coasts of medieval Europe.

(initial capital letters) a twin-engine U.S. Navy helicopter for rescue work and antisubmarine warfare.

Origin of sea king

1575–85; translation of Old Norse sǣkonungr; cognate with Old English sǣcyning

So distinguished a sea-king as Eric was not likely to perish in battle without awakening the genius of the Scandinavian muse.

History of the Anglo-Saxons |Thomas Miller
In 893 a large fleet steered for the Andredsweald, while the sea-king Hasting entered the Thames.

The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 5 |Various
"You are a credit to the company—quite a sea-king's daughter," he said.

The Wings of the Morning |Louis Tracy
The shields of the sea-king and the admiral were bordered with gold.

The Oera Linda Book |Anonymous

This was such an island as Swein, the sea-king of former days, took refuge in; and Rolf was only following his example.

Feats on the Fiord |Harriet Martineau

sea king

any of the greater Viking pirate chiefs who led raids on the coasts of early medieval Europe