lore

/lɔr/
noun
  1. Traditional knowledge, stories, and beliefs passed down within a culture or community.
    • She studied the folklore and lore of ancient Celtic tribes.
    • According to local lore, the old forest is haunted by a ghost.
    • The lore of the sea includes tales of mermaids and shipwrecks.
  2. Knowledge or information about a particular subject, especially when not formally taught.
    • Experienced gardeners share their lore about planting by the moon.
    • Baseball lore is filled with stories of legendary players and games.
    • The book is full of cooking lore passed down through generations.
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