ήρωας — meaning in English

English meaning

• demigod noun A figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent.
• hero noun A person admired for great courage, noble actions, or outstanding achievement.

Senses

ήρωας is used for these senses in English:

• demigod (mythology) A half-god or hero; the offspring of a deity and a mortal.
• hero (informal, intransitive) To act as a hero (brave person; role model; or protagonist).

demigod — full definition

1. noun A figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent.
2. noun A person admired and treated as though they were almost godlike.

hero — full definition

1. noun A person admired for great courage, noble actions, or outstanding achievement.
2. noun The main character in a story, film, or play.
3. noun A large sandwich packed with meats, cheese, and other fillings, also called a sub or hoagie.
4. verb To treat someone as a hero, or to give something special prominence and attention.

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