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legend

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/leˈʒẽ.dɐ/le·gen·da

Definition

1

A traditional narrative that may be based on real events but is often exaggerated or mythologized.

Usage examples

“The legend of King Arthur is well-known.”
“He told a legend about the origin of the city.”

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Common combinations

urban legendfolk legend