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

The Foo Fighters rocker seemingly took a jab at Swift’s Eras Tour while performing at London Stadium on Saturday (June 22), which happened to take place at the same time as the pop superstar’s nearby show at Wembley Stadium. —Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 24 June 2024

The rockers are still here, despite the odds, much to the delight of the thousands gathered for an evening of nostalgic pop-punk jams. —Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2024

Its rocker shape propels you forward during runs, and the shoe’s wide forefront allows your toes to move freely. —Suzie Glassman, Health, 18 June 2024

Look for one that’s covered in performance fabric and is more glider than rocker. —Marni Jameson, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing rocker

• Boston rocker
• hard rocker
• off one's 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