noun

Herc

hurk

Herc (noun) means informal name for the Lockheed C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft. Example: “The soldiers boarded the Herc for the flight to the base.”

noun

Informal name for the Lockheed C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft.

"The soldiers boarded the Herc for the flight to the base."

How to use Herc

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMilitary slang for the C-130 Hercules cargo plane.

When to use it

Informal, mostly used by military personnel.

Word forms

Hercs plural

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Etymology

A shortened, informal form of "Hercules," the aircraft's full name.

Rhymes for Herc

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Herc” mean?

The word “Herc” means informal name for the Lockheed C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft. In plain terms, military slang for the C-130 Hercules cargo plane.

How do you pronounce “Herc”?

“Herc” is pronounced hurk (/hɝk/ in IPA).

How do you use “Herc” in a sentence?

Here is “Herc” used in a sentence: “The soldiers boarded the Herc for the flight to the base.”

What part of speech is “Herc”?

“Herc” is a noun.