Meaning of the word myths in English

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myths

US /mɪθs/
UK /mɪθs/

Plural Noun

1.

traditional stories, especially ones concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events

Example:
Ancient Greek myths often feature gods and goddesses with human-like qualities.
Many cultures have creation myths that explain the origin of the world.
2.

widely held but false beliefs or ideas

Example:
It's a common myth that you need to drink eight glasses of water a day.
The book debunks several popular myths about healthy eating.
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