semilegendary
/ˌsɛmiˈlɛdʒənˌdɛri/
adjective
- Partly legendary; based partly on fact and partly on myth or exaggerated stories.
- Many ancient heroes are semilegendary, with some historical truth mixed with folklore.
- King Arthur is a semilegendary figure whose real existence is debated.
- The explorer's adventures became semilegendary after his death.
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