Rolex
Definition
A prestigious Swiss luxury watch brand founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf, famous for its precision craftsmanship, waterproof Oyster cases, and perpetual movements.
Colloquially, any high-end Rolex timepiece, often flaunted as a symbol of wealth, success, or impeccable taste—or suspiciously rapid upward mobility.
Examples
He traded his vintage Rolex for a lifetime supply of ramen, proving true value is in the noodles.
Spotting a Rolex on a wrist in the dive bar crowd usually means someone's yacht is docked nearby—or they're just really committed to the cosplay.
She inherited her grandpa's Rolex, now ticking away the hours while reminding her that time heals all wounds except overdrawn bank accounts.
In the boardroom, his Rolex whispered 'promotions ahead,' but the meeting droned on like a cheap quartz knockoff.
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