An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

The traditional beliefs, legends, customs, etc., of a people; lore of a people (Dictionary.com).

Etymology (EN): Coined by English scholar and antiquary William John Thoms (1803-1885), from → folk, + lore “traditional knowledge or belief,”
from M.E., O.E. lar cognate with Du. leer, Ger. Lehre “teaching,” E. learn.

Etymology (PE): Palgvâr, literally “customs of people,” from palg, → folk, + vâr “custom, rule, law” (Dehxodâ).