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Definition of: riches
(rich′iz) noun plural
[In Middle English, this was a singular noun and spelled richess or richesse; now, from its form, used in the plural]
1. Abundant possessions; wealth.
2. Hence, abundance of whatever is precious. See synonyms under WEALTH. [<F richesse <riche <Gmc.]
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