hercules

Her-cu-les · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Greek/Roman mythology) A divine hero, son of Zeus and Alcmene, known for his extraordinary strength and for completing twelve labors.

  2. 2.

    (by extension) A person of exceptional strength or courage.

  3. 3.

    A northern constellation between Lyra and Corona Borealis.

Related words

See also: Zeus, hero, mythology

Etymology

From Latin Hercules, from Greek Herakles, meaning "glory of Hera."