Meaning & use

rocker

noun·Everyday

A chair mounted on curved bases that allow it to rock back and forth, or a performer or fan of rock music.

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Grandpa spent his evenings in the wooden rocker on the porch, humming old tunes.

Dressed in leather, the aging rocker still drew huge crowds to his concerts.

A note on using this word

Rocker can mean the piece of furniture, a person associated with rock music, or informally 'off one's rocker,' meaning acting crazy.

Words with a similar meaning

rocking chair

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