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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.—
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Simple Plan College Street Music Hall, 238 College St., New Haven
Canadian rockers Simple Plan have been around for a quarter of a century (and six albums) now.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025
Face tattoos, typically reserved for rappers and rockers, could one day be used to make sure everyday office workers aren’t overexertingthemselves.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 29 May 2025
Harrison Ford and Gene Simmons have something to smile about: the legendary actor and the Kiss rocker will both be honored by Operation Smile at the global nonprofit’s annual gala on June 3.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 28 May 2025
Cyrus, meanwhile, sported his signature rocker edge in a pair of tight-fitting black pants detailed with silver medallions along the leg and a black jacket with leather accents.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 May 2025
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025
Face tattoos, typically reserved for rappers and rockers, could one day be used to make sure everyday office workers aren’t overexertingthemselves.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 29 May 2025
Harrison Ford and Gene Simmons have something to smile about: the legendary actor and the Kiss rocker will both be honored by Operation Smile at the global nonprofit’s annual gala on June 3.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 28 May 2025
Cyrus, meanwhile, sported his signature rocker edge in a pair of tight-fitting black pants detailed with silver medallions along the leg and a black jacket with leather accents.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 May 2025
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“Rocker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocker. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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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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