euhemerize

/Y UW1 EH1 M ER0 AY0 Z/
verb
  1. 1

    (ambitransitive) Synonym of deify: to actually create mythology and legends from ancient historical figures and events.

  2. 2

    (ambitransitive, derogatory) To invent a plausible but fanciful historical origin for something in order to rationalize mythology and legends.

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