Hercules - definition, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈhɜːkjəˌlɪz|
Brit.  |ˈhɜːkjʊliːz|

noun

- (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality (syn: hercules)
- a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis (syn: hercules)

Extra examples

Pillars /Straits/ of Hercules

Hercules was a mythical hero who was half man and half god.

Landel has been involved with the Hercules project for years.

The Hercules aircraft has been the workhorse of the airforce for over 25 years.

Hercules with his usual attribute, the club

...according to Greek myth, Hercules was granted godhood after his death...

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