GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Legend , n. [OE. legende, OF. legende, F. légende, LL. legenda, fr. L. legendus to be read, fr. legere to read, gather; akin to Gr. λέγειν to gather, speak. Cf. Collect, Dialogue, Lesson, Logic.]
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   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.
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   A story respecting saints; especially, one of a marvelous nature.
   Addison.
   
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   Any wonderful story coming down from the past, but not verifiable by historical record; a myth; a fable.
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   And in this legend all that glorious deed
   Read, whilst you arm you.
   Fairfax.
   
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   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.
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   Golden legend. See under Golden.
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   Legend, v. t. To tell or narrate, as a legend.
   Bp. Hall.
   
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