Her‧cu‧les /ˈhɜːkjəliːz, ˈhɜːkjʊliːz $ ˈhɜːr-/
in ancient Roman stories, a hero known for his very great strength and for performing twelve very difficult and dangerous jobs known as the Labours of Hercules. People sometimes use the name ‘Hercules’ to describe a man who is physically very strong. In ancient Greek stories, his name is Herakles. ⇒ Augean stables, Pillars of Hercules

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