rapper

noun

rap·​per ˈra-pər How to pronounce rapper (audio)
: one that raps or is used for rapping: such as
a
: a door knocker
b
: a performer of rap music

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Eminem has dozens of massive hits under his belt and one of the most impressive chart legacies of any rapper in history. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025 As Young Scooter, Bailey released dozens of mixtapes, and was one of the first rappers signed to Freebandz, the label founded by Future, a childhood friend of Bailey’s. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 29 Mar. 2025 After being indicted by a Dallas County grand jury on March 18, Beezy was arrested on a capital murder while remuneration charge in the shooting death of fellow Dallas rapper Mo3. Michael Saponara, Billboard, 28 Mar. 2025 The murder claim is related to Henley's alleged 2021 killing of a rapper signed to his record label Uneek Music. Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rapper

Word History

First Known Use

1640, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rapper was in 1640

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“Rapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rapper. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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rapper

noun
rap·​per ˈrap-ər How to pronounce rapper (audio)
: one that raps or is used for rapping: as
a
: a door knocker
b
: a performer of rap music

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