Pillars of Hercules
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Pillars of Her·cu·les

geographical name \ˈhər-kyə-ˌlēz\

Definition of PILLARS OF HERCULES

the two promontories at E end of Strait of Gibraltar: Rock of Gibraltar (in Europe) & Jebel Musa (in Africa)

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