hercules
noun
Simple meaning
A hero noted for his strength.
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ˈhɝkjəliz
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Definition
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noun
Roman mythologyclassical mythology
A hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality
Roman mythology
The Roman name for the Greek divine hero Heracles, who was the son of Jupiter and Alcmene, a celebrated hero who possessed exceptional strength. Most famous for his twelve labours performed to redeem himself after killing his family.
astronomy
A large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis
astronomy
A summer constellation of the northern sky, said to resemble the mythical hero, lying between the constellations Lyra and Corona Borealis.
A man with Herculean attributes.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Densely spiny ornamental of southeastern United States and West Indies.
The two promontories at the eastern end of the Strait of Gibraltar.
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