Definitions for Legend
ˈlɛdʒ əndLeg·end

Princeton's WordNet(4.33 / 3 votes)Rate this definition:

1. legend, fablenoun

   a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events

2. caption, legendnoun

   brief description accompanying an illustration

Wiktionary(2.87 / 8 votes)Rate this definition:

1. legendnoun

   A story of unknown origin describing plausible but extraordinary past events.

   The legend of Troy was discovered to have historical basis.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

2. legendnoun

   A story in which a kernel of truth is embellished to an unlikely degree.

   The 1984 Rose Bowl prank has spawned many legends. Here's the real story.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

3. legendnoun

   A leading protagonist in a historical legend.

   Achilles is a legend in Greek culture.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

4. legendnoun

   A person of extraordinary accomplishment.

   Michael Jordan stands as a legend in basketball.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

5. legendnoun

   A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.

   According to the legend on the map, that building is a school.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

6. legendnoun

   The text on a coin.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

7. legendnoun

   A fabricated backstory for a spy, with associated documents and records; a cover story.

   According to his legend, he once worked for the Red Cross, spreading humanitarian aid in Africa.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

8. legendnoun

   A worthy friend.

   Cheers mate for fixing my car: you're a legend.

   Etymology: From legende, from legende, from legenda, neuter plural of the future passive participle of legere.

Webster Dictionary(2.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition:

1. Legendnoun

   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

   Etymology: [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. lgende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. le`gein to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]

2. Legendnoun

   a story respecting saints; especially, one of a marvelous nature

   Etymology: [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. lgende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. le`gein to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]

3. Legendnoun

   any wonderful story coming down from the past, but not verifiable by historical record; a myth; a fable

   Etymology: [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. lgende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. le`gein to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]

4. Legendnoun

   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

   Etymology: [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. lgende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. le`gein to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]

5. Legendverb

   to tell or narrate, as a legend

   Etymology: [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. lgende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. le`gein to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]

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1. Legend

   A legend is a narrative of human actions that are perceived both by teller and listeners to take place within human history and to possess certain qualities that give the tale verisimilitude. Legend, for its active and passive participants includes no happenings that are outside the realm of "possibility", defined by a highly flexible set of parameters, which may include miracles that are perceived as actually having happened, within the specific tradition of indoctrination where the legend arises, and within which it may be transformed over time, in order to keep it fresh and vital, and realistic. A majority of legends operate within the realm of uncertainty, never being entirely believed by the participants, but also never being resolutely doubted. The Brothers Grimm defined legend as folktale historically grounded. A modern folklorist's professional definition of legend was proposed by Timothy R. Tangherlini in 1990: Legend, typically, is a short episodic, traditional, highly ecotypified historicized narrative performed in a conversational mode, reflecting on a psychological level a symbolic representation of folk belief and collective experiences and serving as a reaffirmation of commonly held values of the group to whose tradition it belongs."

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary(5.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition:

1. Legend

   lej′end, or lē′-, n. a marvellous story from early times: the motto on a coat of arms, medal, or coin: an inscription of any kind: a musical composition set to a poetical story.—n. Leg′endary, a book of legends: one who relates legends: (pl.) a chronicle of the lives of saints.—adj. consisting of legends: romantic: fabulous.—n. Leg′endist, a writer of legends.—Golden legend (see Golden). [Fr.,—Low L. legenda, a book of chronicles of the saints read at matins—L. legendus—legĕre, to read.]

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Etymology and Origins(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Legend

   An Americanism for a written or printed notice. The term has latterly come into use in England relative to a tradesman’s shop announcement.

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British National Corpus

1. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'Legend' in Nouns Frequency: #2124

How to pronounce Legend?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

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   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Legend in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Legend in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of Legend in a Sentence

1. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic -RRB- Hilton:

   She's built a huge empire; she's a legend, she's an icon, she's a mother. She's amazing and she has these people controlling her money, her life.

2. Megan Fox:

   I was in a row with Bieber and Trump was also in my row. I’d never seen the Secret Service in person before so he had like 30 Secrete Service with him. He was a legend. That arena was very supportive of Trump when he came in.

3. The NFL:

   The National Football League extends its deepest condolences to the friends and families of all those who lost their lives in today's accident, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, kobe was an extraordinary athlete who thrilled and entertained sports fans around the world for a generation. our thoughts are with the Bryant family, Kobe's fans, his teammates, the Lakers organization and the NBA.

4. Gregg Schwarz:

   I'm sorry to tell you that the legend of White Boy Rick is just not true.

5. Allison Closs:

   As an aspiring filmmaker, it would be huge to be acknowledged by a legend like him.

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