oldwivestale
nounUK /ˌəʊld waɪvz ˈteɪl/
US /ˌoʊld waɪvz ˈteɪl/
A story that people tell that is not true.
My grandpa says it is just an oldwivestale that you get sick if you go out with wet hair.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A traditional story passed down from long ago that may not be true.
The tale of the giant sleeping under the hill is an oldwivestale.
3. A common belief that is not based on facts or science.
It is an oldwivestale that lightning never strikes the same place twice.
4. A piece of advice or saying that is old and often not reliable.
Eating carrots to see in the dark is an oldwivestale.