1
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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There is a fingerprint scanner that doubles as a power button, and the usual volume rocker.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2025
There is a fingerprint scanner that doubles as a power button, and the usual volume rocker.
—Ben Sin, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Carmel said Armstrong’s relationship with the Ballers began when the rocker and his wife showed up at a game last year.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
For this old-school rocker, the show was a true reminder of the healing power of music.
—Steve Spaleta, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rocker
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“Rocker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocker. Accessed 15 Mar. 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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