The product chosen from several candidates to be photographed, as in food advertising, or with props used in a movie.
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.
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”).
An item that is sold at or below cost in an effort to stimulate other profitable sales.