легенда meaning in English — backstory, cover, key

English meaning

backstory noun The background history of a person or character that explains who they are and why they act as they do, even though it isn't shown directly.
cover verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
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.
myth noun A traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.

легенда is used for these senses in English:

backstory (chiefly, espionage, law enforcement) A fictitious account of a person's history designed to conceal their actual history and motives.
cover (espionage) A persona maintained by a spy or undercover operative; cover story.
cover story (espionage) A fictitious account that is intended to hide one's real motive.
fairy tale A folktale or literary story featuring fairies or similar fantasy characters.
key A small guide explaining symbols or terminology, especially the legend on a map or chart.
legend A story of unknown origin describing plausible but extraordinary past events.
legend A person of extraordinary fame or accomplishments.
legend (cartography) A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.

noun The background history of a person or character that explains who they are and why they act as they do, even though it isn't shown directly.
noun A made-up personal history someone tells others to hide their real past or intentions.

verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
verb To deal with, include, or report on a topic or event.
verb To be enough money to pay for something.
noun The front or back of a book, magazine, or similar publication.
noun A new recording or performance of a song originally released by another artist.

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