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superhero

[ soo-per-heer-oh ]

noun

plural superheroes.
  1. a morally righteous hero in a fictional work who possesses extraordinary abilities or supernatural powers and uses them to fight evil, as in comic books and movies:

    Many classic superheroes wear masks to maintain their secret identities.



superhero

/ ˈːəˌɪəəʊ /

noun

  1. any of various comic-strip characters with superhuman abilities or magical powers, wearing a distinctive costume, and fighting against evil
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of superhero1

First recorded in 1895–1900; from French ܱ-éDz
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The film, which both production houses hope will kickstart a new franchise, is based around lesser-known superheroes who have to take on human and superhuman threats whilst fighting their own personal battles.

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The film is a return to familiar form for the ever-expanding superhero franchise.

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"Florence combines relatability with talent and star power, and she appeals to a wide variety of audiences thanks to balancing superhero movies and sci-fi with thoughtful dramas," Ms Smith said.

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The "underwear" is worn outside the clothes, like a superhero costume.

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Inspired by the superhero Iron Man, who has an AI assistant known as J.A.R.V.I.S.,

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