legendry

[ lej-uhn-dree ]

noun

1. legends collectively.

Word History and Origins

Origin of legendry¹

First recorded in 1840–50; legend + -ry

Example Sentences

Lauren Bacall has been dodging accusations of legendry for half her career.

From The Daily Beast

The devil here as in the monkish legendry appears as an enemy of souls, a tireless tempter.

From Project Gutenberg

The golden throne of Alkmeenon, named in immemorial legendry!

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In many cases, too, the breezes have acquired a legendry of their own.

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This story it is which started the whole tissue of legendry concerning supernatural aid given the allied armies during the war.

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Legendry and literature may be taught to your children in the garden.

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