An “archaism” in this context means a word deemed obsolete or typical of an older period in language history, while being out of tune in present-day usage. Nynorsk has a tradition of purism, especially directed against ...

This article discusses perceptions of what is characterized as good written Nynorsk by persons with a close relationship to Nynorsk written culture. The material includes a survey of 67 informants, as well as a selection ...