Fridtjof Nansen

Definitions of Fridtjof Nansen
  1. noun
    Norwegian explorer of the Arctic and director of the League of Nations relief program for refugees of World War I (1861-1930)
    synonyms: Nansen
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    adventurer, explorer
    someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)
    national leader, solon, statesman
    a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
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