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rocker
noun rock·er \ˈrä-kər\
: a curved piece of wood or metal on which an object (such as a cradle or chair) moves back and forth or from side to side
: someone who plays or performs rock music
: someone who enjoys listening to rock music
Full Definition of ROCKER
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a : either of two curving pieces of wood or metal on which an object (as a cradle) rocks b : any of various objects (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 (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
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: any of various devices that work with a rocking motion
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: a rock performer, song, or enthusiast
— off one's rocker
: in a state of extreme confusion or insanity <went off her rocker, and had to be put away — Mervyn Wall>
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First Known Use of ROCKER
1760
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rocker
noun rock·er \ˈrä-kər\
Definition of ROCKER for Kids
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: a curving piece of wood or metal on which an object (as a cradle or rocking chair) rocks
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