what does legend mean
A legend (Latin, legenda, things to be read) is a narrative of human actions that are perceived both by teller and listeners to take place within human history and to possess certain qualities that give the tale verisimilitude.egend, for its active and passive participants includes no happenings that are outside the realm of possibility but which may include miracles. Legends may be transformed over time, in order to keep it fresh and vital, and realistic.