The term "Vikings" originally referred to a group that raided the British Isles from their home in Vik in southern Norway.

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The term "Vikings" comes from the Old Norse word "vikingr," which means "pirate" or "raider." The Vikings originated from Scandinavia and raided various parts of Europe, including the British Isles, from the late 8th to the 11th century. Vik is a town in southern Norway, but it is not the origin of the term "Vikings."

The Term "Vikings" Originally Referred to a Group That Raided