1. the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and sayings of a people, passed down orally from generation to generation

Examples

• The museum displays artifacts related to local folklore and traditions.
• Many fairy tales originated from European folklore.
• Native American folklore includes stories about animals and nature spirits.
• The festival celebrates the rich folklore of the mountain region.
• Scholars study folklore to understand how cultures preserve their history.
• Ghost stories are a common element in American folklore.
• The song was based on an old piece of Irish folklore.