heracles
IPA: hˈɛrʌkʌɫz
Root Word: Heracles
noun
- (Greek mythology): Son of Zeus and Alcmene, a celebrated hero who possessed exceptional strength. Most famous for his 12 labours performed to redeem himself after killing his family.
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Examples of "heracles" in Sentences
- Heracles appears in the nick of time.
- And he did this in imitation of Heracles.
- Heracles acquired a kingdom at this time.
- Heracles tried to steal the abominations.
- The Heracleidae are the descendants of Heracles.
- Heracles came to the aid of Daphnis and slew Lityerses.
- Have you forgotten the apotheosis of Heracles in Greek religion
- He was renamed Heracles in an unsuccessful attempt to mollify Hera.
- The eleventh of the Twelve Labours of Heracles was to steal the golden apples.
- Heracles appears in the nick of time and slays the centaur, claiming his bride.
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