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 Definitions of herculean  [ˌhɜr kyəˈli ən, hɜrˈkyu li-]  

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Definition of 'herculean' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (adj.) herculean
requiring extraordinary strength or exertion:
a herculean task.

2.  herculean
of enormous strength, courage, or size.

3.  herculean
(cap.) of or pertaining to Hercules.

Etymology:  (1590–1600)

Definition of 'herculean' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (adj) herculean, powerful
displaying superhuman strength or power
"herculean exertions"

2. (adj) herculean
extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules
"a herculean task"


Definition of 'herculean' Webster Dictionary 

1. (adj) herculean
requiring the strength of Hercules; hence, very great, difficult, or dangerous; as, an Herculean task

2. (adj) herculean
having extraordinary strength or size; as, Herculean limbs



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