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Legend

/lˈɛdʒənd/
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(noun) The life story of a saint (such stories are often embellished, but any kind is called a legend).

We are familiar with the legend of Robin Hood.
That story is household legend.
CEFR Practice Quiz
According to local ____, a giant monster once lived in the deep and dark waters of the lake many years ago.

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