Meaning of the word "hero worship" in English

What does "hero worship" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hero worship

US /ˈhɪroʊ ˌwɜːrʃɪp/
UK /ˈhɪərəʊ ˌwɜːʃɪp/

Noun

excessive admiration for someone

Example:
His hero worship of the rock star was almost obsessive.
She outgrew her childhood hero worship of the pop singer.