Simple meaning
What does Folklore mean?
Folklore means traditional stories passed down over time.
Dictionary definition
Traditional stories and beliefs passed through generations.
Example sentences
Folklore in a sentence
easy
We learned the meaning of folklore during reading class.
medium
The story passage used folklore to describe the world and characters.
hard
Understanding folklore helped us explain the theme of the legend.
Synonyms
Words like Folklore
storyRelated story term.
mythNearby meaning in myth and legend contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
ordinaryUseful contrast in story contexts.
realisticContrast with fantasy or myth meaning.
Word family
Folklore word family
Base word
folklore
noun
folklore
Base form.
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What does folklore mean?
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