Definition of legend for English Language Learners. : 1  a story from the past that is believed by many people but cannot be proved to be true. : 2  a famous or important person who is known for doing something extremely well. : 3  a list that explains the symbols on a map.
glaÂ·cis. n. pl. glacis. 1. a. A gentle slope; an incline. b. A slope extending down from a fortification.
The glycocalyx is a glycoprotein-polysaccharide covering that surrounds the cell membranes of some bacteria, epithelia and other cells.Most animal epithelial cells have a fuzz-like coat on the external surface of their plasma membranes.he glycocalyx exists in bacteria as either a capsule or a slime layer. 6 points at the glycocalyx. The difference between a capsule and a slime layer is that in a capsule polysaccharides are firmly attached to the cell wall, while in a slime layer the glycoproteins are loosely attached to the cell wall.