SHERO

PRONUNCIATION: (SHEE-roh)

MEANING: noun: A woman admired for her courage, achievements, or noble qualities.

ETYMOLOGY: A blend of she + hero, from Latin heros (a demigod or man with heroic qualities; [plural: heroes]), from Greek heros. Ultimately from the Indo-European root ser- (to protect), which also gave us conserve, observe, preserve, and reserve. Earliest documented use: 1836.
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SHEERO - brand name of particularly suggestive women's nightwear

SH ERGO - here's my reasoning, but don't tell anybody

SHERLO - Mrs. Holmes' affectionate name for the detective