heroína — meaning in English

English meaning

• hero noun A person admired for great courage, noble actions, or outstanding achievement.
• heroin noun A highly addictive illegal drug made from morphine, known for producing an intense rush of euphoria.
• heroine noun A woman admired for exceptional courage or achievement.

Senses

heroína is used for these senses in English:

• hero (informal, intransitive) To act as a hero (brave person; role model; or protagonist).
• heroin A powerful and addictive drug derived from opium producing intense euphoria, classed as an illegal narcotic in most of the world. [from late 19th century]
• heroine A female hero.

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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