1
a
: either of two curving pieces of wood or metal on which an object (such as a cradle) rocks
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
Phrases
off one's rocker
: in a state marked by extreme confusion or mental unsoundness
… he felt dizzy, slightly off his rocker at this extraordinary assailment of his senses.—
Bernard Malamud
Bernard Malamud
Examples of rocker in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
And following his fourth spinal surgery in September 2023, the Black Sabbath rocker has been focused on his health and mobility.
—Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
Jagger, 80, captioned the video, featuring the rocker flailing his arms around at the cameraperson during a live cover of the 2011 track.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
Violent Femmes will take fans back in time when the alt rockers perform their first two albums cover-to-cover during a May 16 concert at Old National Centre in Indianapolis.
—The Indianapolis Star, 29 Mar. 2024
Kate Clover at Pie Shop With her latest project, Los Angeles rocker Kate Clover looks back fondly on the original punks of her hometown, including X, the Germs and the Gun Club.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2024
Collins came within 7 points of ousting Davis in 2022 and has a few glitzy backers, like indie rockers The Strokes.
—Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 18 Mar. 2024
The retailer has been dropping new deals every week throughout the end of the month on items like Graco swings, Evenflo car seats, and Baby Einstein Play Mat, plus comfy rockers and breast pumps for you.
—Lauren Fischer, Parents, 23 Mar. 2024
On Friday, it was announced that the rockers and country hitmaker, 35, will be taking the stage together live for a first-time performance at the 2024 CMT Awards.
—Ilana Kaplan, Peoplemag, 22 Mar. 2024
His distinct rocker hair is almost as big as his stage presence.
—Bryan West, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2024
Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
Jagger, 80, captioned the video, featuring the rocker flailing his arms around at the cameraperson during a live cover of the 2011 track.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2024
Violent Femmes will take fans back in time when the alt rockers perform their first two albums cover-to-cover during a May 16 concert at Old National Centre in Indianapolis.
—The Indianapolis Star, 29 Mar. 2024
Kate Clover at Pie Shop With her latest project, Los Angeles rocker Kate Clover looks back fondly on the original punks of her hometown, including X, the Germs and the Gun Club.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2024
Collins came within 7 points of ousting Davis in 2022 and has a few glitzy backers, like indie rockers The Strokes.
—Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 18 Mar. 2024
The retailer has been dropping new deals every week throughout the end of the month on items like Graco swings, Evenflo car seats, and Baby Einstein Play Mat, plus comfy rockers and breast pumps for you.
—Lauren Fischer, Parents, 23 Mar. 2024
On Friday, it was announced that the rockers and country hitmaker, 35, will be taking the stage together live for a first-time performance at the 2024 CMT Awards.
—Ilana Kaplan, Peoplemag, 22 Mar. 2024
His distinct rocker hair is almost as big as his stage presence.
—Bryan West, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1760, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
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“Rocker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocker. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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rocker
noun
rock·er
ˈräk-ər 
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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