Cecil J. Rhodes

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Definition

Proper noun A British businessman, mining magnate, and politician in southern Africa during the late 19th century. He was a central figure in British imperial expansion, founding the territory of Rhodesia (named after him) and the De Beers diamond company. He established the Rhodes Scholarships through his will.

Examples of Usage
  • As a subject:
  • In historical context:
  • Referring to his legacy:
Advanced Usage
  • "Rhodesian": The adjective form relating to the former British colony named after him.
    • Rhodesian history is complex and contested.
  • "Rhodes Scholarship": The prestigious international award for postgraduate study at Oxford University, established by his will.
    • She was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship to study philosophy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Rhodes (noun): A common shortened reference to Cecil J. Rhodes.
    • The statue of Rhodes was a subject of debate.
  • Rhodesia (proper noun): The former name of a British colony in southern Africa (now Zimbabwe and Zambia), named after Cecil Rhodes.
  • Rhodes Scholar (noun): A recipient of a Rhodes Scholarship.
Synonyms
  • Imperialist
  • Colonialist
  • Mining magnate
  • Financier
Related Phrases and Concepts
  • "Scramble for Africa": The period of rapid European colonization in which Rhodes was a key actor.
  • "Cape to Cairo": A geopolitical ambition associated with Rhodes to create a contiguous British territory from South Africa to Egypt.
Noun
  1. British colonial financier and statesman in South Africa; made a fortune in gold and diamond mining; helped colonize the territory now known as Zimbabwe; he endowed annual fellowships for British Commonwealth and United States students to study at Oxford University (1853-1902)

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