| n. | 1. | (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." | ||||||
| 2. | (Astron.) A constellation in the northern hemisphere, near Lyra.
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| Noun | 1. | Hercules - (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality |
| 2. | Hercules - a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis |
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