FOLKHERO

Folk hero

A folk hero or national hero is a type of hero, real, fictional, or mythological. The single salient characteristic which makes a character a folk hero is the imprinting of the name, personality and deeds of the character in the popular consciousness. This presence in the popular consciousness is evidenced by mention in folk songs, folk tales and other folklore. Folk heroes are also the subject of literature and some films.

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folk hero

Noun

  1. A real or mythical person who is widely revered by ordinary people, for championing their interests, values, or aspirations.


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