Chapter Hercules of Music to Hero of H by Brewer's Phrase & Fable

Hermite (2 syl.). Tristrem l'Hermite or Sir Tristan l'Ermite. Provost-marshal of Louis XI. He was the main instrument in carrying into effect the nefarious schemes of his wily master, who used to call him his gossip. (1405-1493.) Sir Walter Scott introduces him in Anne of Gierstein, and again in Quentin Durward.

Hermoth or Hermod (2 syl.). The deity, who, with Bragi, receives and welcomes to Valhalla all heroes who fall in battle. (Scandinavian mythology.)

Hero Daughter of Leonato, governor of Messina. Her attachment to Beatrice is very beautiful, and she serves as a foil to show off the more brilliant qualities of her cousin. (Shakespeare Much Ado about Nothing.)