lenda — meaning in English

English meaning

• legend noun A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
• myth noun A traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.

Senses

lenda is used for these senses in English:

• legend (cartography) A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.

legend — full definition

1. noun A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
2. noun A person famous for extraordinary achievements.
3. noun A key explaining the symbols used on a map or chart.

myth — full definition

1. noun A traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.
2. noun A widely believed idea that is actually false.

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