Mythology
WordNet
noun
(1) The study of myths
(2) Myths collectively; the body of stories associated with a culture or institution or person
WiktionaryText
Etymology
First attested in English in 1412. From < < < < + .
Noun
- The collection of myths of a people, concerning the origin of the people, history, deities, ancestors and heroes.
- A similar body of myths concerning an event, person or institution.
- The systematic collection and study of myths.