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Rosalind

RAH-zuh-lihnd

Rosalind (name) means a feminine given name of Germanic origin, later reinterpreted through folk etymology to mean "lovely rose". Example: “Rosalind is a leading character in Shakespeare's As You Like It.”

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A feminine given name of Germanic origin, later reinterpreted through folk etymology to mean "lovely rose".
"Rosalind is a leading character in Shakespeare's As You Like It."
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Etymology

From Proto-Germanic elements meaning "horse" and "soft, tender"; later folk-associated with Spanish rosa linda, "lovely rose".

Origin: Proto-Germanic

Frequently asked questions

What does “Rosalind” mean?

The word “Rosalind” means a feminine given name of Germanic origin, later reinterpreted through folk etymology to mean "lovely rose".

How do you pronounce “Rosalind”?

“Rosalind” is pronounced RAH-zuh-lihnd (/ˈɹɑzəlɪnd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Rosalind” in a sentence?

Here is “Rosalind” used in a sentence: “Rosalind is a leading character in Shakespeare's As You Like It.”

What part of speech is “Rosalind”?

“Rosalind” is a name.

Where does the word “Rosalind” come from?

The word “Rosalind” comes from Proto-Germanic. From Proto-Germanic elements meaning "horse" and "soft, tender"; later folk-associated with Spanish rosa linda, "lovely rose".

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