1. (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality; [syn: Hercules, Heracles, Herakles, Alcides]
WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):
Herakles
n 1: (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength;
performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality [syn:
Hercules, Heracles, Herakles, Alcides]