hero-worshipped also hero-worshiped; hero-worshipping also hero-worshiping; hero-worships
Definition of hero-worship
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to feel or express hero worship for
hero worship
nounDefinition of hero worship (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: veneration of a hero
2
: foolish or excessive adulation for an individual
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The first known use of hero-worship was in 1574
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