leg´end|ar´i|ly

leg´end|ar´i|ly
leg|end|ar|y «LEHJ uhn DEHR ee», adjective, noun, plural -ar|ies.
–adj.
1. of a legend or legends; like a legend; not historical: »

Robin Hood is a legendary person. His legendary song…Of ancient deeds so long forgot (Scott).

2. celebrated or described in legend: »

a legendary hero or event.

3. relating legends: »

a legendary writer.

–n.
a collection of legends, especially of lives of saints.
leg´end|ar´i|ly, adverb.

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