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John Henry

John Hen·ry [ jòn hénnree ] (plural John Hen·ries)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. black folklore hero: in U.S. folklore, an African American hero renowned for his great strength. He died after beating a steam drill in a contest of endurance.

2. signature: somebody's signature ( informal )

[Partly after John Hancock]
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