legend

UK
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/
US
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/

Translations

legendnoun
legends
pl
UK
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/
US
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/
The legend beneath the graph explained the meaning of each color.
La légende sous le graphique expliquait la signification de chaque couleur.
Before starting the hike, they checked the legend to understand the map symbols.
Avant de commencer la randonnée, ils ont consulté la légende pour comprendre les symboles de la carte.
The legend of King Arthur has been told for centuries.
La légende du roi Arthur est racontée depuis des siècles.
Michael Jordan is a legend in the world of basketball.
Michael Jordan est une légende dans le monde du basket-ball.
Additional translations
légendeNumismatique.
legendadjective
UK
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/
US
/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/
Attributive use (e.g., "legend status"); treated as adjective per guidelines.
His legend status in the sport is unquestioned.
Son statut légendaire dans ce sport est incontesté.
legendinterjection
Colloquial exclamation of praise, e.g. in British and Australian English.
Additional translations
Légende !Familier, pour féliciter quelqu’un ou saluer un geste impressionnant.
Synonyms
you legend!
absolute legend!
legend of the century!
top bloke!
top lad!

Definitions

legendnoun
A traditional story or group of stories told about a particular person or place, often involving historical or supernatural elements.
The legend of King Arthur has been told for centuries.
An extremely famous or notorious person, especially in a particular field.
Michael Jordan is a legend in the world of basketball.
A list or explanation of symbols on a map or chart.
Before starting the hike, they checked the legend to understand the map symbols.
An inscription, especially on a coin or medal.
The legend on the coin was worn but still readable.
A descriptive caption or title accompanying an illustration, diagram, or photograph.
The legend beneath the graph explained the meaning of each color.
legendadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a legend; legendary (used attributively).
His legend status in the sport is unquestioned.
legendinterjection
An exclamation used to praise someone regarded as impressive, admirable, or generous.
You got us backstage passes? Legend!