August 6, 2026
legacy
/ˈleɪɡəsi/noun
Money or belongings that someone passes on to another person in their will.
Example sentences
- “Her aunt's legacy allowed her to pay off the mortgage.”
- “He used the legacy from his grandfather to start a small business.”
Beyond wills, a legacy is whatever anyone leaves behind: a leader's legacy. In computing, 'legacy systems' are old ones still in use.