Definition of "hero" in English

noun

1. Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds.

2. A role model.

3. The protagonist in a work of fiction.

4. (poker) The current player, especially a hypothetical player for example and didactic purposes. Compare: villain (“any opponent player”). Not to be confused with hero call (“a weak call against a supposed bluff”).

   • Let's discuss how to play if the hero has KK, and there's an ace on board.

5. (New York) A large sandwich made from meats and cheeses; a hero sandwich.

6. (film, photography, chiefly attributive) The product chosen from several candidates to be photographed, as in food advertising, or with props used in a movie.

7. (web design) The eye-catching top portion of a web page, sometimes including a hero image; the portion above the fold.

8. (cooking) The standout component of a dish; the part of a dish that should take center stage on the palate.

verb

1. (informal, intransitive) To act as a hero (brave person; role model; or protagonist).

2. (transitive) To praise or laud.

3. (transitive) To bring attention to; to highlight; to spotlight.