robertson

/ˈrɒbərtˌsɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who bears the surname Robertson, or a person with the Scottish surname Robertson.

“She was a Robertson from the Scottish Highlands.”

2. noun

a Scottish clan name derived from the Gaelic ‘robhartas’, meaning ‘red-haired’.

“The Robertson clan was known for their fierce battles in medieval Scotland.”

3. proper noun

a place name, often used to refer to a specific location or region, e.g. Robertson, New South Wales, Australia.

“The city of Robertson, New South Wales, is famous for its annual wine festival.”

Synonyms

  • Celtic
  • Gaelic
  • Scottish
  • clan

Antonyms

  • non-Gaelic
  • non-Scottish