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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Rapper Gucci Mane was the victim of a kidnapping and robbery plot by a rapper signed to Mane's label earlier this year, the Department of Justice alleged in a criminal complaint unsealed Thursday. Doha Madani, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026 The home of Nicki Minaj is the subject of a police investigation after a man was arrested for allegedly trespassing on the rapper's property. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026 The rapper, who has won two Grammys, mentioned the possibility of playing ball in China, specifically for the Monkey Kings, in podcasts while promoting his latest album, The Fall-Off, which came out in February. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026 Nine people, including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30, have been federally charged in connection with an alleged kidnapping and armed robbery targeting music industry figures, including Atlanta rap superstar Gucci Mane, at a Dallas recording studio, the Department of Justice announced Thursday. Sergio Candido, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 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 4 Apr. 2026.

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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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