Meaning of mythical in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    mythical

    Definitions

    1. based on or told of in traditional stories

    Examples

    • « lacking factual basis or historical validity »
    • « mythical centaurs »
    • « the fabulous unicorn »

    Synonyms

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