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legend

/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/

Translations

legendnoun

legends

/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/

легенда

The legend of King Arthur is famous worldwide.

Легенда о короле Артуре известна во всем мире.

подпись

The map includes a legend to explain the symbols.

Карта включает в себя подпись для объяснения символов.

Additional translations

Synonyms

legendadjective

/ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/

Attributive use (e.g., "legend status"); treated as adjective per guidelines.

legendinterjection

Colloquial exclamation of praise, e.g. in British and Australian English.

Synonyms

you legend!

absolute legend!

legend of the century!

top bloke!

top lad!

awesome!

brilliant!

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!