Hector
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛktɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "hector"in English

Hector
01

a Trojan prince and the greatest warrior in the Trojan War, known for his courage, leadership, and devotion to his country and family

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
hectors
proper

Who is "Hector"?

Hector is a prominent character in Greek mythology, known as the greatest warrior of Troy during the Trojan War. He is the eldest son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba and is revered for his bravery and honor in battle. Hector is a central figure in Homer's "Iliad", where he is depicted as a noble defender of his city and family. His death at the hands of Achilles is a key event in the Trojan War narrative and highlights themes of heroism, duty, and the tragic consequences of conflict.

to hector
01

to speak or behave aggressively toward someone and try to force them into doing something

Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
hector
3rd person singular
hectors
Present participle
hectoring
Past simple
hectored
Past participle
hectored
Examples
He hectored his team into working overtime on the project.
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