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   legend

   /ˈlɛdʒ(ə)nd/

   noun

   • 1. a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but not authenticated: "the legend of King Arthur" Similar mythsagaepicfolk talefolk storytraditional storytalestoryfairy talenarrativefableromancefolkloreloremythologyfantasyoral historytraditionfolk traditionold wives' talestechnical:mythosmythusinformal:yarn
   • ▪ the story of a saint's life: historical "the mosaics illustrate the Legends of the Saints"
   • 2. an extremely famous or notorious person, especially in a particular field: "the man was a living legend" Similar celebritystarsuperstariconfamous persongreatgeniusphenomenonluminarygiantbig nameinformal:celebmegastar
   • 3. an inscription, especially on a coin or medal. Similar captioninscriptiondedicationmottoslogandeviceheadingheadtitlewordingsubtitlesubheadingrubriccolophon
   • ▪ a caption: "a picture of a tiger with the legend ‘Go ahead make my day’"
   • ▪ the wording on a map or diagram explaining the symbols used: "see legend to Fig. 1" Similar explanationkeycodeciphertable of symbolsguideglossary

   adjective

   • 1. very well known: "his speed and ferocity in attack were legend"

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘story of a saint's life’): from Old French legende, from medieval Latin legenda ‘things to be read’, from Latin legere ‘read’. legend (sense 1 of the noun) dates from the early 17th century.

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2. www.ancient-origins.net › myths-legendsMyths & Legends | Ancient Origins

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   6 days ago · In this section we will explore some of the most amazing myths and legends from around the world—legends that may hold truths that can unlock the secrets of our ancient origins.

3. www.britannica.com › Christian-myth-and-legendChristianity - Myth, Legend, Beliefs | Britannica

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   5 days ago · Christianity - Myth, Legend, Beliefs: Myths and legends number among the most creative and abundant contributions of Christianity to the history of human culture. They have inspired artists, dramatists, clerics, and others to contemplate the wondrous effects of Christian salvation on the cosmos and its inhabitants.

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5. www.ncesc.com › geographic-pedia › what-is-a-legendWhat is a legend in geography? - Geographic Pedia - NCESC

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   5 days ago · A legend, also known as a map key, displays the meaning of the symbols, colors, and styles used to represent geographic data. It consists of examples of the symbols on the map with labels containing explanatory text.

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6. www.bbc.co.uk › learningenglish › englishBBC Learning English - The English We Speak / A legend in one ...

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   1 day ago · When we describe someone as ‘a legend in their own lifetime’ we mean they are a living person who is incredibly well-known and admired for something – or were admired when they were alive.

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   What is the difference between a myth and a legend?

   • Myth describes the acts and beings whose appearance shaped material existence in all its concrete specificity. Legends are episodic continuations of mythic narratives; they describe the effects of primordial events on an imagined history that is as fabulous as the primordial mysteries that brought that history into being.

   Christianity - Myth, Legend, Beliefs | Britannica

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   What is a legend in a lifetime?

   • This is The English We Speak from BBC Learning English and we’re discussing the phrase ‘a legend in one’s own lifetime’ which describes someone who is incredibly famous for something in their lifetime. Neil, you really have to do something amazing to be a legend in your lifetime!

   The English We Speak / A legend in one's lifetime - BBC

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   What is a map legend?

   • A legend, also known as a map key, displays the meaning of the symbols, colors, and styles used to represent geographic data. It consists of examples of the symbols on the map with labels containing explanatory text. These legends have patches that show examples of the map symbols. What is the Purpose of a Legend?

   What is a legend in geography? - Geographic Pedia - NCESC

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   How do legends describe history?

   • Legends are episodic continuations of mythic narratives; they describe the effects of primordial events on an imagined history that is as fabulous as the primordial mysteries that brought that history into being. Legends describe history in fantastic terms in order to clarify the significance of the powers that underlie it.

   Christianity - Myth, Legend, Beliefs | Britannica

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   Why are legends important?

   • Legends play a vital role in conveying information about various geographical features on a map. They allow us to understand and interpret the data presented visually. For instance, a legend can indicate the scale of a map, which shows the ratio between the measurements shown on the map and their corresponding measurements in the real world.

   What is a legend in geography? - Geographic Pedia - NCESC

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   Why are legends different?

   • Because of their local frame of reference, legends vary incessantly, and widely different accounts emerge from diverse locales and periods. Favourite legendary themes are the struggles and miraculous adventures of heroes in the faith, accounts that edify the faith and bolster the courage of the listener.

   Christianity - Myth, Legend, Beliefs | Britannica

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8. www.vox.com › internet-culture › 357813The meme, myth, and TikTok legend: Hawk Tuah Girl ... - Vox

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   11 hours ago · Hailey Welch is no longer. Hawk Tuah Girl is born, and the people love Hawk Tuah Girl. She was hailed as a hero, revolutionary, and the It girl of the moment. Hawk Tuah was memed and mimicked, and ...

9. en.yestherapyhelps.com › the-10-best-chineseThe 10 best Chinese legends (and their meaning) - yes ...

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   2 days ago · Below we show you a small selection of a dozen well-known Chinese legends. 1. The legend of the Monkey King. One of the great legends of China, and probably one of the best known worldwide, is the legend of the Monkey King. This character has a very broad history, which tells us about the search for immortality.

10. www.nytimes.com › 2024/06/27 › usA Rare White Buffalo Calf Arrives in Yellowstone With a ...

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    1 day ago · With the arrival of a white buffalo calf, Earth is at a crossroads, the legend holds. For the Lakota people, the birth of the calf earlier this month fulfills a prophecy and is a sacred symbol ...