hercules Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality
Alcides; Herakles; Heracles.
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noun a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis
WordNet
Her"cu*les noun
Definitions
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(Gr. Myth.) A hero, fabled to have been the son of Jupiter and Alcmena, and celebrated for great strength, esp. for the accomplishment of his twelve great tasks or "labors." -
(Astron.) A constellation in the northern hemisphere, near Lyra.