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legend

6 definitions • 7 examples
1
a very old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories, not always true, that people tell about a famous event or person:

Examples:

She is writing a thesis on Irish legend and mythology.
Legend has it (= people say) that he always wore his boots in bed.
This match will go into tennis legend (= it will always be remembered).
2
someone very famous and admired, usually because of their ability in a particular area:

Examples:

Jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald once sang in this bar.
3
the words written on or next to a picture, map, coin, etc. that explain what it is about or what the symbols on it mean
4
an old story or set of stories from ancient times, or the stories that people tell about a famous event or person:

Examples:

[ U ] Cajun legend suggests that white alligators are a symbol of prosperity.
5
someone who is very famous and admired, usually because of an ability in a particular area:

Examples:

Louis Armstrong is a jazz legend.
6
the words written on or next to a picture, map, coin, etc., that explain what it is about or what the symbols on it mean

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