English dictionary

Hercules

/'h/[@]/rk/j//@/,l/i/z/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

(classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality

noun.person

Synonyms alcides heracles herakles

Source: WordNet 3.0
a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis

noun.object

Source: WordNet 3.0
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."

noun

Source: webster1913