Meaning & Definition of word "Lore"

Lore

/lɔr/

1. The body of knowledge, especially of a traditional, anecdotal, or popular nature, on a particular subject.
- Example: The lore of the ancient gods is filled with tales of heroism and betrayal.
2. A particular set of beliefs or traditions held by a community or culture.
- Example: For generations, the local lore explained the mysterious lights that appeared in the sky.
3. Knowledge acquired through study or experience.
- Example: He was regarded as an expert due to his deep lore in the field of archaeology.
4. Folklore; traditional stories or beliefs passed down through generations.
- Example: The lore of the region includes many stories about mythical creatures that inhabit the nearby forest.

Middle English, from Old English 'lār' meaning 'teaching, knowledge'.

oral lore:

Traditional stories passed down verbally.

cultural lore:

Knowledge and traditions specific to a culture.

local lore:

Folklore specific to a certain locality.

folklore:

The traditional beliefs and stories of a culture.

mythology:

A collection of myths belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.

tradition:

Customs or beliefs handed down from generation to generation.

Meaning: Informal knowledge shared among a community or group.

Example Sentence: The gamers shared lore about the new video game character.

Meaning: Narrative background that enhances a story, often used in fandoms.

Example Sentence: The new movie added a lot of lore to the existing superhero universe.