Etymology

Rockefeller

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Today it means: A very rich person. Full definition →

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Rockefeller · proper noun1

From the German place name Rockenfeld.

Rockefeller · noun2

From John D. Rockefeller, the American industrialist who founded Standard Oil, also recognized for his 20th century philanthropy.

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