Noun
/ˈlɛdʒ.ən.dri/
The word "legendry" refers to a collection of legends or a body of legends. It is often used in the context of traditional tales, myths, and folklore that are significant to a particular culture or community. The term can be applied to the legendary stories associated with historical figures or events.
"Legendry" is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is more frequently encountered in literary or academic contexts. It is more prevalent in written English, especially in folklore studies or discussions about mythology.
Легенды о короле Артуре продолжают вдохновлять писателей и кинематографистов сегодня.
Many ancient cultures have their own legendry that explains the origins of mankind.
Многие древние культуры имеют свои собственные легенды, которые объясняют происхождение человечества.
The legendry of the lost city of Atlantis is still a subject of fascination.
While "legendry" itself is not widely featured in idiomatic expressions, the themes surrounding legends and myths are often embedded in the language. Here are a few idiomatic expressions related to the notion of legends and storytelling:
Он был легендой своего времени, признанным за свои достижения в науке.
"To become a legend" - To achieve such fame that one is remembered historically.
Благодаря своим выдающимся достижениям, она обречена стать легендой.
"Legends are born, not made" - This suggests that true legendary status cannot be fabricated; it is a natural occurrence.
The term "legendry" comes from the Middle English word "legende," which is derived from the Old French "legende," and ultimately traces back to the Latin "legenda," meaning "things to be read." The suffix "-ry" indicates a collection or body of knowledge or stories, forming the concept of a collection of legends.