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rocker

3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for rocker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A rocking chair, or the curved piece underneath it that lets it rock.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

rocking chair rock 'n' roll musician

How to use rocker

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

off one's rocker rocker switch aging rocker

Etymology

From "rock" (to sway back and forth) plus the agent suffix "-er."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rocker” mean?

The word “rocker” means a rocking chair, or the curved piece underneath it that lets it rock. In plain terms, a rocking chair, a rock musician or fan, or a type of tilting switch.

How do you pronounce “rocker”?

“Rocker” is pronounced ROK-uh (/ˈɹɑ.kɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “rocker” in a sentence?

Here is “rocker” used in a sentence: “Grandpa spent every evening in his old wooden rocker.”

What part of speech is “rocker”?

“Rocker” is a noun.

Is “rocker” a common word?

“Rocker” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “rocker” have?

“Rocker” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rocking chair, or the curved piece underneath it that lets it rock.

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