folklore

English

/ˈfəʊk.lɔː/

noun
Definitions
  • The tales, legends and superstitions of a particular ethnic population.

Etymology

Compound from English folk (folk music) + English lore (learning, knowledge, study of).

Origin

English

lore

Gloss

learning, knowledge, study of

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