Honorable term co-opted by corporate douches to pump up poorly paid 'associates' or other low-wage workers. This mis-use of the term devalues real heros by referring to anyone who is doing what the corporate douche wants done at the moment as a hero. A real hero is someone who risks their own wellbeing to save another putting themselves in mortal peril.
by geekscrew August 22, 2010
Get the heromug. noun - One who selflessly strives to better the lives of others, regardless of the risks involved, and serves as a role model for the spectator(s) of his/her good deed(s).
That man just recued the baby from that burning building and then left before we could thank him or ask his name. What a hero!
“A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
“A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
by Hero in Hiding December 14, 2008
Get the heromug. Someone who has the courage to stand up for what's right or what they believe in, even when they themselves are scared. It doesn't matter how huge their deed is, even the smallest thing can make someone a hero. A hero can be a cop, fireman, doctor, or even a stranger on the street. It doesn't matter, anyone can be a hero.
by Blizy March 22, 2009
Get the heromug. hero n,p L heros, fr. Gk heros (14c) 1. a legendary or illustrious pest often of divine decent endowed with a great strength of saying the right thing in front of the right people. 2. one that shows great courage for preserving what he believes in, no matter how silly it may be. 3. one that is inclined to boasting which creates a moment’s glory that is thoroughly enjoyed by that person and hopefully the ones listening.
<The hero couldn’t contain himself when the young devil dog walked into the store wearing a baseball hat.>
by kool keith March 22, 2004
Get the heromug. A person who can't mind their own business and calls the police when they see someone committing minor crimes.(ex.tagging,smoking weed)The "hero" thinks calling the cops will better the community, but they are really looking for self satisfaction. Heroes are usually middle aged Caucasians or yuppies. This word is usually used by taggers, or stoners.
1. Hey Bob we better watch out that woman over their looks like a hero.
2. This spot is pretty hot, keep your eyes peeled for heroes
2. This spot is pretty hot, keep your eyes peeled for heroes
by blazedinthebay March 30, 2009
Get the heromug. habbo: i can't get in the pool.
NlGRA: the pool is closed. the pool has aids.
*habbo becomes an hero.
NlGRA: the pool is closed. the pool has aids.
*habbo becomes an hero.
by BloodyStool September 23, 2007
Get the an heromug. Anyone who does something of value, any value, for someone or something other than themselves, that will be forgotten by most within nanoseconds but still, grand recognition of the event persists anyway because of the narcissistic nature of contemporary society. The requirements for earning this moniker were much more extensive in the 20th Century and earlier. Back then, you had to, like, save somebody from a fire to earn the title.
He opened the door for the old lady behind him, and he didn't even slam it in her face this time. What a hero! This great deed will be heralded for all... oh, got a text... what was I saying? Can't remember. Probably wasn't important anyway.
11pm news broadcast: Guy holds door for old lady, who escapes her normal facial bruising. This guy has just been picked to be the grand marshal of the next town parade, followed by him receiving the key to the city.
11pm news broadcast: Guy holds door for old lady, who escapes her normal facial bruising. This guy has just been picked to be the grand marshal of the next town parade, followed by him receiving the key to the city.
by 21st Century Soothsayer April 3, 2010
Get the heromug.