noun as in strong fondness

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Example:The tale of the snallygaster was a popular piece of local folklore that kept children awake on cold winter nights.

Definition:The traditional beliefs and customs of a people or community, often transmitted orally and including stories, legends, and superstitions.

From folklore

Example:In the legend of the snallygaster, farmers reported that the creature singled out young chickens and geese for attacks.

Definition:A traditionally passed-down story expanded into a narrative of events that are claimed to be historical, but are not able to be verified, and are often exaggerated or romanticized over time.

From Legend