Mythical stories handed down (7)

I believe the answer is:

legends

(Other definitions for legends that I've seen before include "eg St George and the Dragon" , "People admired" , "Folk tales" , "Mythical stories from the past" , "Myths or inscriptions" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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