Etymology From legend + -ary; from Medieval Latin legendārius. Earlier it was a noun meaning "a collection of legends" (1510s) (Medieval Latin legendārium, Old French legendier), from Latin legenda. In English, both the noun and the adjective first appeared in the 16th century.
1
Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.
2
Appearing (solely) in legends.
3
Having the splendor of a legend; fabled.
4
Having unimaginable greatness; excellent to such an extent to evoke stories.
And it was a fitting victory for Liverpool as Anfield celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of their legendary Scottish manager Bill Shankly.2013 September 1, Phil McNulty, BBC Sport:
Etymology From legend + -ary; from Medieval Latin legendārius. Earlier it was a noun meaning "a collection of legends" (1510s) (Medieval Latin legendārium, Old French legendier), from Latin legenda. In English, both the noun and the adjective first appeared in the 16th century.
1
Obsolete A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.