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rocker

Syllabification: (rock·er)
Pronunciation: /ˈräkər/

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Definition of rocker

noun

  • 1a person who performs, dances to, or enjoys rock music, especially of a particular type:a punk rocker
  • a rock song.
  • 2a thing that rocks, in particular.
  • a rocking chair.
  • a rocking device forming part of a mechanism, especially one for controlling the positions of brushes in a generator.
  • 3a curved bar or similar support on which something such as a chair or cradle can rock.
  • 4the amount of curvature in the longitudinal contour of a boat or surfboard.
  • 5any of the curved stripes below the chevron of a noncommissioned officer above the rank of sergeant.
  • the curved strip above the chevron of a chief petty officer.

Phrases

off one's rocker

informal insane.

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Definition of rocker in the British & World English dictionary