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Heron Definition & Meaning

heron
noun
  1. Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century)
  2. grey or white wading bird with long neck and long legs and (usually) long bill

"Heron" in song lyrics

See how heron is used in real songs:

  • "The city sense be hard to tame, junkies on the block shootin heron"
    (4th Disciple f/) Boom, Science — Wit Da Evilz
  • "I used to hide on the step when my pops cut up heron"
    Full Blooded f/ Big Ed, C-Murder — I'm Gonna Hustle
  • "crisp gear on, rapid flip Heron"
    McGruff — Stop It

Usage tips for "heron"

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Frequently asked questions

What does heron mean?
Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century) grey or white wading bird with long neck and long legs and (usually) long bill
What part of speech is heron?
Heron is a noun.
How many definitions does heron have?
Heron has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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