hero city en · NOUN
Etymology
Calque of Russian го́род-геро́й (górod-gerój).
Meanings
- (historical) A city that received an honorary title for outstanding heroism, especially a Soviet city honored for heroism during World War II, or a city honored by Ukraine for actions during the 2022 Russian invasion.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| hero cities | Number=Plur | lexicographic |