"Hero" meaning in English

See Hero in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: From Ancient Greek Ἡρώ (Hērṓ). Etymology templates: {{cln|en|undefined derivations}}, {{uder|en|grc|Ἡρώ}} Ancient Greek Ἡρώ (Hērṓ) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Hero
  1. (Greek mythology) Any of a number of legendary men and women, including the priestess loved by Leander. Tags: Greek Categories (topical): Greek mythology
    Sense id: en-Hero-en-name-xi6CEqoK Topics: human-sciences, mysticism, mythology, philosophy, sciences
  2. (rare) A female given name from Ancient Greek of English-speakers. Tags: rare Categories (topical): English female given names, English given names
    Sense id: en-Hero-en-name-KQHhqFDD

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