Definitions

1. noun

Something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor, such as a title, office, or property

“The company’s legacy of innovation is still celebrated today.”

2. noun

A part of a program or system that is retained after a change or update, often to maintain compatibility

“The software developers had to deal with the legacy code that still worked but was inefficient.”

3. noun

A person’s reputation or the memory of them after their death

“The artist’s legacy as a pioneer in the art world continues to inspire new generations.”

4. verb

To leave or bequeath something, such as a title, office, or property, to a person or organization after one’s death

“The king will leave his legacy to his eldest son in his will.”

5. verb

To continue to exist or be used after a change or update, often to maintain compatibility

“The company will have to legacy the old system for another year.”

6. adjective

Related to or characteristic of something that is transmitted or received from an ancestor or predecessor

“The legacy system was outdated and inefficient, but it still worked.”