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leg·end /ˈlɛʤənd/
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legend
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Leg·end n.
1. That which is appointed to be read; especially, a chronicle or register of the lives of saints, formerly read at matins, and in the refectories of religious houses.
2. A story respecting saints; especially, one of a marvelous nature.
3. Any wonderful story coming down from the past, but not verifiable by historical record; a myth; a fable.
And in this legend all that glorious deed
Read, whilst you arm you. --Fairfax.
4. An inscription, motto, or title, esp. one surrounding the field in a medal or coin, or placed upon an heraldic shield or beneath an engraving or illustration.
Golden legend. See under Golden.
Leg·end, v. t. To tell or narrate, as a legend.
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legend
n 1: a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
[syn: fable]
2: brief description accompanying an illustration [syn: caption]