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Definitions for legendary
ˈlɛdʒ ənˌdɛr ileg·enda·ry

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. legendaryadjective

    so celebrated as to having taken on the nature of a legend

    "the legendary exploits of the arctic trailblazers"

  2. fabled, legendaryadjective

    celebrated in fable or legend

    "the fabled Paul Bunyan and his blue ox"; "legendary exploits of Jesse James"

Wiktionary

  1. legendarynoun

    A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.

  2. legendarynoun

    One who relates legends.

  3. legendaryadjective

    Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.

  4. legendaryadjective

    Appearing (solely) in legends.

  5. legendaryadjective

    Having the splendor of a legend; fabled.

  6. legendaryadjective

    Having unimaginable greatness; excellent

  7. Etymology: ; from Middle Latin legendarius (Old French legendier), from Latin legenda. In English, both the noun and the adjective appear in the 16th century.

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  1. legendary

    Legendary refers to something that is extremely famous, renowned, or noteworthy due to its outstanding or exceptional qualities, often in a way that makes it a part of popular stories or myths. It can also pertain to a person who is admired, respected, and remembered for their significant achievements or contributions. The term can also be associated with ancient stories or folklore passed down through generations.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Legendaryadjective

    of or pertaining to a legend or to legends; consisting of legends; like a legend; fabulous

  2. Legendarynoun

    a book of legends; a tale or narrative

  3. Legendarynoun

    one who relates legends

  4. Etymology: [Cf. OF. legendaire, LL. legendarius.]

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of legendary in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of legendary in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of legendary in a Sentence

  1. Chuck Schumer:

    When a such a legendary personality extends his desire to improve the level of America's most talented chess players, it is a sign that some goodwill is possible between us.

  2. Walker Stalker Founder:

    From impromptu bowling with Christian Serratos to a legendary late-night panel with Norman Reedus, last year’s cruisers had a trip they’ll never forget, we can’t wait to show them what we have planned this year.

  3. Swiss Attorney General Michael Lauber:

    We are faced with a complex investigation with many international implications, the world of football needs to be patient. By its nature, this investigation will take more than the legendary 90 minutes.

  4. Ozzy Osbourne:

    Our fights were, legendary, we would beat the s--t out of each other. It stopped, must be, 20 years ago, but we had a good run.

  5. Kelly McCreary:

    After nine seasons, I am saying goodbye to Maggie Pierce and her Grey Sloan family. It has been a tremendous honor to be a part of such a legendary television institution as ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ i will always be grateful to Shonda Rhimes, Krista Vernoff and ABC for the opportunity, and to the incredible fans for their passionate support. To spend nine years exploring a character inside and out, while reaching a global audience with impactful stories, is a rare gift.

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