Hercules

noun

Her·​cu·​les ˈhər-kyə-ˌlēz 

1

: a mythical Greek hero renowned for his great strength and especially for performing 12 labors imposed on him by Hera

2

[Latin (genitive Herculis)] : a northern constellation between Corona Borealis and Lyra

Examples of Hercules in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The sharkskin-like material could be used by the U.S. Air Force on legacy aircraft that include the C-17 Globemaster III, C-130 Hercules cargo transport and the KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling airplane. —Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 3 May 2025

Like Spider-Man, Hercules, and Zac Efron in High School Musical before him, the Predator is going on a classic hero’s journey. —Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025

Excavations revealed coins, jewelry, glassware, a seven-foot statue of Hercules and three life-sized marble horses. —Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025

Disney Cruise Line adding modern touches to new ‘Hercules’ show Disney Cruise Line, directors reveal ‘Hercules’ stage show details, modern touches. —Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from Greek Hēraklēs

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for Hercules

• abcs
• absentees
• addressees
• adoptees
• allottees
• amputees
• antifreeze
• appellees
• appointees
• arrestees
• artistes
• assamese