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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.—
Bernard Malamud
Bernard MalamudExamples of rocker in a Sentence
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The rockers’ followers were quick to not just consume those songs, but buy them, as both have become instant top 10 wins on the same roster.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
That said, the ultra-thick cushioning and propeller rocker design made these shoes more suitable for running than walking.
—Trina Gray, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
The scenes of Keery trying to embody Malkmus’ essence — up to taking a photograph of the rocker’s tongue to study its shape, in an effort to better imitate his suburban California accent — are among the film’s more fascinating moments.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2024
Like many of us, Doja Cat fell for the Stranger Things breakout star, who earned internet boyfriend status by playing heroic rocker Eddie Munson in season four.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2024
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
That said, the ultra-thick cushioning and propeller rocker design made these shoes more suitable for running than walking.
—Trina Gray, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
The scenes of Keery trying to embody Malkmus’ essence — up to taking a photograph of the rocker’s tongue to study its shape, in an effort to better imitate his suburban California accent — are among the film’s more fascinating moments.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2024
Like many of us, Doja Cat fell for the Stranger Things breakout star, who earned internet boyfriend status by playing heroic rocker Eddie Munson in season four.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2024
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“Rocker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocker. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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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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