legend

A traditional story sometimes regarded as historical but unauthenticated.

• Local legend claims an ancient king is buried somewhere beneath the old church.

A very famous person who is widely admired for what they've achieved in a particular field.

• The jazz legend played a surprise set at the small basement club downtown.

An explanatory list of symbols or colors used on a map or chart.

• Check the map legend to see which lines indicate unpaved mountain trails.