a traditional story of historical events that serves to unfold part of the world view of a people or explain a practice, belief, or natural phenomenon;
e.g. There are many myths that describe how the earth was created.
(noun)
the whole body of stories, traditions, or legends;
e.g. Each myth held a lesson about humanity and morality.
(noun)
a popular belief that is not true;
e.g. It's a myth that back in colonial times men wore white, prominent wigs.