demythologise
/diːˈmɪθələdʒaɪz/
verb
- To remove mythical or legendary elements from something, especially a story or belief, to reveal its true meaning.
- The author tried to demythologise the legend of King Arthur.
- Modern science continues to demythologise many old superstitions.
- Historians often demythologise tales of ancient heroes to find the facts.
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