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superhero


su·per·hero

noun \-ˌhir-(ˌ)ō, -ˌhē-(ˌ)rō\

: a fictional character who has amazing powers (such as the ability to fly)

: a very heroic person

Full Definition of SUPERHERO

:  a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers; also :  an exceptionally skillful or successful person
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Examples of SUPERHERO

  1. The people who do this dangerous work are real-life superheroes who deserve our gratitude.

First Known Use of SUPERHERO

1917

Rhymes with SUPERHERO

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