hero

US /ˈhɪroʊ/

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UK /ˈhɪərəʊ/

Person of great courage/strength who saves others
Main male character in a book, play or story
A person who is admired for having qualities that you would like to have.
A large sandwich made on a long loaf of bread that is split lengthwise.
A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

Examples

In his war stories he portrayed himself as the all-conquering hero. He returned home from the tournament a conquering hero.

a fallen hero trying to regain his position