noun Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds.
My mom died a hero on duty.
noun A role model.
noun The protagonist in a work of fiction.
noun The current player, especially a hypothetical player for example and didactic purposes. Compare: villain (“any opponent player”). Not to be confused with hero call (“a weak call against a supposed bluff”).
Let's discuss how to play if the hero has KK, and there's an ace on board.
noun A large sandwich made from meats and cheeses.
noun The product chosen from several candidates to be photographed, as in food advertising, or with props used in a movie.
noun The eye-catching top portion of a web page, sometimes including a hero image; the portion above the fold.
noun The standout component of a dish; the part of a dish that should take center stage on the palate.