noun
Uncommon
Rothschild
ROTHS-chyld
Rothschild (noun) means an extremely wealthy person (informal, from the famous banking family). Example: “He spends money like a Rothschild.”
noun
1
An extremely wealthy person (informal, from the famous banking family).
"He spends money like a Rothschild."
How to use Rothschild
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed informally as shorthand for someone fabulously rich, after the famous Rothschild banking dynasty.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Rothschilds, Rothschildren
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Etymology
From the German-Jewish banking family surname Rothschild, literally "red shield," reinterpreted in English as if it meant "Roth's child."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Rothschild” mean?
The word “Rothschild” means an extremely wealthy person (informal, from the famous banking family). In plain terms, used informally as shorthand for someone fabulously rich, after the famous Rothschild banking dynasty.
How do you pronounce “Rothschild”?
“Rothschild” is pronounced ROTHS-chyld (/ˈɹɒθs.t͡ʃaɪld/ in IPA).
How do you use “Rothschild” in a sentence?
Here is “Rothschild” used in a sentence: “He spends money like a Rothschild.”
What part of speech is “Rothschild”?
“Rothschild” is a noun.
Where does the word “Rothschild” come from?
The word “Rothschild” comes from German. From the German-Jewish banking family surname Rothschild, literally "red shield," reinterpreted in English as if it meant "Roth's child.".
Is “Rothschild” a common word?
“Rothschild” is an uncommon word in modern English.
