"superheroics" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of superhero + heroics. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|superhero|heroics}} Blend of superhero + heroics Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} superheroics pl (plural only)
  1. The actions (heroics) of a superhero. Tags: plural, plural-only
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