n. - That which is appointed to be read; especially, a chronicle or register of the lives of saints, formerly read at matins, and in the refectories of religious houses.
n. - A story respecting saints; especially, one of a marvelous nature.
n. - Any wonderful story coming down from the past, but not verifiable by historical record; a myth; a fable.
n. - An inscription, motto, or title, esp. one surrounding the field in a medal or coin, or placed upon an heraldic shield or beneath an engraving or illustration.
v. t. - To tell or narrate, as a legend.