nibelungenlied
noun: a German epic poem recounting the adventures of a hero, Siegfried, and his tragic downfall.
Example sentence: The Nibelungenlied is considered one of the most important works in German literature.
noun: the title of the aforementioned epic poem.
Example sentence: We studied the Nibelungenlied in our medieval literature class.
adjective: relating to or characteristic of the Nibelungenlied.
Example sentence: The Nibelungenlied epic inspired numerous adaptations and Nibelungenlied-themed merchandise, such as books and artwork.