légende — meaning in English
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English meaning
- caption noun A short piece of text that explains or accompanies an image, video, or on-screen dialogue.
- inscription noun Words carved, engraved, or otherwise permanently marked onto a surface such as stone, metal, or a monument.
- key noun A shaped piece of metal used to open or lock a particular lock.
- legend noun A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
Senses
légende is used for these senses in English:
- caption A title or brief explanation attached to an illustration, cartoon, user interface element, etc.
- caption (cinematography, television) A piece of text appearing on screen as a subtitle or other part of a film or broadcast, describing dialogue (and sometimes other sound) for viewers who cannot hear.
- inscription Text carved on a wall or plaque, such as a memorial or gravestone, or on some other item.
- inscription The text on a coin.
- key A small guide explaining symbols or terminology, especially the legend on a map or chart.
caption — full definition
- noun A short piece of text that explains or accompanies an image, video, or on-screen dialogue.
- verb To add a caption to an image, film, or broadcast.
inscription — full definition
- noun Words carved, engraved, or otherwise permanently marked onto a surface such as stone, metal, or a monument.
- noun A short personal message written at the front of a book or on a gift.