This is the 5310th most frequent Swedish word.
elfving
"Elfving" is a Swedish surname and does not have a specific dictionary definition in English.
In this sentence, 'elfving' is used as a noun referring to a fantastical being, similar to an elf, popular in folklore.
De diskuterade boken om den mystiska elfving som levde i skogen.
They discussed the book about the mysterious elfving who lived in the forest.
Here, 'elfving' is used as a possessive form ('elfvingens'), emphasizing the mythical creature as a companion.
Elfvingens sällskap gav tröst under den ensamma vandringen.
The elfving's company provided solace during the lonely journey.
In this instance, 'elfving' is part of a narrative where it functions as a protector in the storyline.