Rand (Noun)
Meaning 1
A rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
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Meaning 2
United States writer (born in Russia) noted for her polemical novels and political conservativism (1905-1982).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Ayn Rand's characters often found themselves in situations that tested their moral fiber and resolve.
- The novels of Ayn Rand have been translated into many languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.
- Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism emphasizes the power of human reason and the importance of individual rights.
- Many critics have accused Ayn Rand of promoting a selfish and uncaring worldview through her writings.
- Despite her critics, Ayn Rand remains one of the most widely read and influential authors of the 20th century.
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Meaning 3
The basic unit of money in South Africa; equal to 100 cents.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.