rapper

noun

rap·per | \ ˈra-pər

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Definition of rapper

: one that raps or is used for rapping: such as

a : a door knocker

b : a performer of rap music

Examples of rapper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The vibe-y track went viral after the extremely online rapper, now 30 years old, freestyled it on Twitch. — Zoe Haylock, Vulture, "Soulja Boy (and TikTok) Made a ‘She Make It Clap’ Music Video Happen," 30 Apr. 2021 This weekend’s lineup includes DJ icon David Guetta on Friday, followed on Saturday by the globe-trotting Black Coffee (South African DJ Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo) and culture-dominating rapper, songwriter and producer Travis Scott on Sunday. — Ben Crandell, sun-sentinel.com, "10+ South Florida weekend things to do: Underground bar and over-the-top beer at Delray Beach Market," 29 Apr. 2021 Beyond the eye-popping production, Holly was struck by Toney’s commitment to his craft and love of the game, a fact that has been questioned due to his off-the-field interests as the rapper, Yung Joka. — Edgar Thompson, orlandosentinel.com, "Dynamic Gators’ playmaker Kadarius Toney aims to slip into first round of NFL Draft," 28 Apr. 2021 Irina even pulled out an oversized DMX t-shirt to pay her respects to the late rapper, who passed away earlier this month. — Shelby Ying Hyde, Harper's BAZAAR, "Irina Shayk Makes A Strong Case For Denim Chaps," 28 Apr. 2021 Separately, the rapper, who is co-parenting his 3-year-old daughter, Stormi, with her mother, Kylie Jenner, is working on a project in Houston that will operate as a design education center for youth. — Haleluya Hadero, Chron, "Travis Scott casts a philanthropic eye toward HBCU students," 27 Apr. 2021 The rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, died April 9 at age 50 after spending roughly a week on life support. — April Siese, CBS News, "Crowds gather in Brooklyn to remember DMX," 25 Apr. 2021 The rapper, born Earl Simmons, died April 9 after suffering a heart attack a week earlier. — Aida Ylanan, Los Angeles Times, "DMX’s life will be honored at two livestreamed memorials. Here’s how to watch both," 24 Apr. 2021 The rapper, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, born Gregory Jacobs, was found lifeless in a hotel room in Tampa, Florida. — Kevin L. Clark, Essence, "Shock G, ‘Humpty Hump’ Of Digital Underground, Passes Away At 57," 23 Apr. 2021

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“Rapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rapper. Accessed 7 May. 2021.

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rapper

noun

English Language Learners Definition of rapper

: a person who performs rap music or speaks the words of a rap song

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rapper

noun

rap·per | \ ˈra-pər

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Kids Definition of rapper

: a person who performs rap music

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