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superhero
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superhero
(noun)
superhero
/
ˈ
suːpɚˌhiroʊ/
noun
plural
superheroes
superhero
/
ˈ
suːpɚˌhiroʊ/
noun
plural
superheroes
Britannica Dictionary definition of SUPERHERO
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1
:
a fictional character who has amazing powers (such as the ability to fly)
comic-book
superheroes
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2
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a very heroic person
The people who do this dangerous work are real-life
superheroes
who deserve our gratitude.
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