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Hero.

Any of a number of legendary men and women, including the priestess loved by Leander.

4 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

name/ˈhɪə.ɹəʊ/Received-Pronunciation[ˈhɪə.ɹəʊ~ˈçɪə.ɹəʊ]Received-Pronunciation/ˈhɪɹ.oʊ/General-American/ˈhiɹ.oʊ/General-American
  1. Any of a number of legendary men and women, including the priestess loved by Leander.

    Greek
  2. A female given name from Ancient Greek of English-speakers.

    rare
Where this word comes from

From Ancient Greek Ἡρώ (Hērṓ).

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