myths

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Noun myth has 1 sense

myth - a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people
--₁ is a kind of story
--₁ is a member of mythology
--₁ has particulars: Gotterdammerung, Ragnarok, Twilight of the Gods
Derived form: verb mythologize₂

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Myths

Definition:

A myth is a traditional story or narrative that typically explains the beliefs, customs, or natural phenomena of a culture or society. It often involves gods, heroes, or supernatural beings and may contain symbolic or allegorical elements.

Examples:

Sense 1: Traditional Stories

According to Greek myths, Zeus was the king of the gods.

Sense 2: Beliefs and Customs

The creation myth of the Native American tribes in the region peculiarity narrates how the earth was formed.

Sense 3: Allegorical Elements

In ancient Egyptian mythology, the scarab beetle was seen as a symbol of rebirth and eternal life.

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