a legend in (one's) own lifetime



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a legend in (one's) own lifetime

A person who has an extraordinary level of fame or reputation while he or she is still alive. The singer has made such a huge impact on the world of blues that she's come to be a legend in her own lifetime.
See also: legend, lifetime, own

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
ÍÑIgo-Spanish
HazeHAYZEnglish (Rare)
Sigfridoseeg-FREE-do (Italian), seeg-FREE-dho (Spanish)Italian, Spanish
Conchobhar-Irish, Irish Mythology
GintarĖ-Lithuanian
Graziellagraht-SYEL-lahItalian