rocker

noun

rock·​er ˈrä-kər 

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

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

Examples of rocker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This rocking camping chair combines the portability of a regular folding chair with the comfort of a rocker. —Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024

Zimny has been documenting the rocker’s life on the road for more than two decades now—and won two Emmy Awards for his efforts (for 2001’s Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band: Live in New York City and 2018’s Springsteen on Broadway)—making this documentary essential viewing for any fan. —Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024

Although the '70s rockers’ residency was originally intended to run for eight shows over four Fridays and four Saturdays, high demand for tickets prompted several extensions with new dates added. —Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024

The Detroit rocker’s 2025 tour itinerary was announced Thursday evening. —Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 15 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing rocker

• Boston rocker
• hard rocker
• platform rocker
• rocker arm
• rocker panel

Kids Definition

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