funk vs hero

funk

noun
  • A style of music derived from 1960s soul music, with elements of rock and other styles, characterized by a prominent bass guitar, dance-friendly sound, a strong emphasis on the downbeat, and much syncopation. 

  • Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor. 

  • A state of fear or panic, especially cowardly. 

  • One who fears or panics; a coward. 

  • Mental depression. 

verb
  • To frighten; to cause to flinch. 

  • To shrink from, or avoid something because of fear. 

  • To emit an offensive smell; to stink. 

  • To envelop with an offensive smell or smoke. 

hero

noun
  • The eye-catching top portion of a web page, sometimes including a hero image; the portion above the fold. 

  • Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds. 

  • The product chosen from several candidates to be photographed, as in food advertising, or with props used in a movie. 

  • A role model. 

  • The protagonist in a work of fiction. 

  • A large sandwich made from meats and cheeses; a hero sandwich. 

  • The current player, especially an hypothetical player for example and didactic purposes. Compare: villain (“any opponent player”). Not to be confused with hero call (“a weak call against a supposed bluff”). 

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