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Definition herculean in British English

herculean adjective

adjective
/ˌhɜː(r)kjʊˈliːən/

From Hercules, the Roman name for Heracles, a hero in ancient Greek stories who had superhuman strength.

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a herculean task

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a herculean person is very big and strong

Definition herculean in British English