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May 26, 2012
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her•o•ism



Pronunciation: (her'ō-iz"um), [key]
—n.
1. the qualities or attributes of a hero or heroine: He showed great heroism in battle.
2. heroic conduct; courageous action: Pat's returning into the burning building was true heroism.

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