Synonyms of rockernext
1
a
: either of two curving pieces of wood or metal on which an object (such as a cradle) rocks
b
: any of various objects (such as a rocking chair or an infant's toy having a seat placed between side pieces) that rock on rockers
c
: any of various objects in the form of a rocker or with parts resembling a rocker (such as a skate with a curved blade)
d(1)
: any of the curved stripes at the lower part of a chevron worn by a noncommissioned officer above the rank of sergeant
(2)
: the curved stripe at the upper part of a chevron worn by a chief petty officer
2
: any of various devices that work with a rocking motion
3
: a rock performer, song, or enthusiast
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Examples of rocker in a Sentence

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Mohegan Sun Arena was the backdrop Saturday for the legendary rocker, Billy Idol. Mark Maglio, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026 The Haim rocker stars alongside Ziwe as a bouncer who is unimpressed with Owen’s outfit to the glitzy event. Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Aug. 2026 Before another new chapter in Linkin Park’s history begins, the rockers reach a longevity milestone on the most important albums chart in the United Kingdom with the project that started it all. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 The film is produced by Bedward, Hannah Donegan, and Kate Fraser and executive produced by Jennifer Holness, Michael Paszt, Andrew Thomas Hunt, James Fler, and Guns N’ Roses rocker Slash, who also makes a surprising appearance in the film. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rocker

Word History

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of rocker was in 1760

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“Rocker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocker. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

Kids Definition

1
a
: a curving piece of wood or metal on which an object (as a cradle) rocks
b
: a structure or device (as a chair) that rocks on rockers
2
: a device that works with a rocking motion
3
: a rock singer, musician, fan, or song

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