HERO


Meaning of HERO in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈhir-(ˌ)ō ]

noun

( plural heroes )

Etymology: Latin heros, from Greek hērōs

Date: 14th century

1.

a. : a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability

b. : an illustrious warrior

c. : a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities

d. : one that shows great courage

2.

a. : the principal male character in a literary or dramatic work

b. : the central figure in an event, period, or movement

3. plural usually heros : submarine 2

4. : an object of extreme admiration and devotion : idol

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.