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legend

🇬🇧 UK/'ledʒ(ə)nd/🇺🇸 US/'ledʒәnd/
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Definitions

n.

A traditional story from the past, often involving heroic figures or supernatural events; a very famous person

传说,传奇故事;传奇人物

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
legchoose, read, gather
+
endsuffix
=legend

Common Collocations

  • 1.ancient legend古老传说
  • 2.living legend活着的传奇
  • 3.urban legend都市传说

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The legend of King Arthur has captivated audiences for centuries.

  • 2.

    Michael Jordan became a legend in professional basketball history.

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