12 English Synonyms for LEGEND

Definition: 1. A traditional story which embodies a belief regarding some fact or phenomenon of experience, and in which often the forces of nature and of the soul are personified; a sacred narrative regarding a god, a hero, the origin of the world or of a people, etc.

There are 6 definitions of the word myth

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Definition: 1. (idiomatic) A tale or story which is fantastic and greatly exaggerated; also, an account of questionable veracity; a lie, an untruth.

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Definition: 1. (media) A story included in a publication that is highlighted on the front cover.

There are 2 definitions of the word cover story

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Definition: 1. Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds.

There are 9 definitions of the word hero

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Definition: 1. The colour brick red.

There are 20 definitions of the word brick

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Definition: 1. A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

There are 13 definitions of the word guide

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Definition: 1. An object designed to open and close a lock.

There are 47 definitions of the word key

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Definition: 1. The act of inscribing.

There are 4 definitions of the word inscription

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Definition: 1. A fictitious narrative intended to enforce some useful truth or precept, usually with animals, etc. as characters; an apologue. Prototypically, Aesop's Fables.

There are 6 definitions of the word fable

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Definition: 1. An instrument of attack or defense in combat or hunting, e.g. most guns, missiles, or swords; arm.

There are 7 definitions of the word weapon

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Definition: 1. A thing or being, event or process, perceptible through senses; or a fact or occurrence thereof.

There are 7 definitions of the word phenomenon

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Definition: 1. A widely circulated story, often believed to be true by the teller, but usually distorted, exaggerated or fabricated for sensational effect, and often having elements of humour or horror.

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