folklore
Translation
folklore, traditions, myths
Examples
This story is part of local folklore.
This story is part of local folklore.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community He is an expert in local folklore.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tradition, mythology, legend
Etymology
A compound of 'folk' (people) and 'lore' (stories, knowledge). The word was coined in 1846.
Memory Tips
Break it down to remember it: 'folk' (people) + 'lore' (stories) = the stories of the people.