superhero

noun su·per·hero \-ˌhir-(ˌ)ō, -ˌhē-(ˌ)rō\

: a fictional character who has amazing powers (such as the ability to fly)

: a very heroic person

Full Definition of SUPERHERO

: a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers; also : an exceptionally skillful or successful person

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SUPERHERO Defined for Kids

noun su·per·he·ro \ˈsü-pər-ˌhir-ō, -ˌhē-rō\

: a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers

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