routh

[ rooth, routh ]

noun

, Scot. and North England.

1. abundance; plenty.

routh

/ raʊθ /

noun

1. abundance

adjective

1. abundant; plentiful

Word History and Origins

Origin of routh¹

First recorded in 1710–20; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of routh¹

C18: of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

Mrs. Reginald Routh presumed upon her intimacy with the musician so far as to invite Norah to stay with her.

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He took his degree at Cambridge in 1854, though only with the rank of second wrangler, Routh being senior.

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Routh, on this, took the opportunity of slipping down on deck and joining his companions.

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"Earlier than you'll be ready," said Frank Scherman's sister, one of the "Routh" girls also.

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At Outledge this party was the large and merry schoolgirl company with Madam Routh.

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