n.
(pl. heroes)
- a person, typically a man, who is admired for their courage or outstanding achievements.
▸(in mythology and folklore) a person of superhuman qualities, in particular one of those whose exploits were the subject of ancient Greek legends.
- the chief male character in a book, play, or film.
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(also hero sandwich)
N. Amer. another term for hoagie.
Derivative
- heroism n.
- heroize
or heroise v.
Etymology
ME: via L. from Gk hērōs.