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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Although the rapper tried to appeal the case, a federal judge ruled against Hammer in 2015. Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026 On Thursday, a court docket showed Isaiah Dukes’ attorney filed a motion to withdraw as the rapper’s representation. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026 As a rapper, Rincon has garnered millions of streams and continues to be a prominent figure in the California music scene despite occasional legal troubles. Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 1 May 2026 Earlier this month, the Donda rapper welcomed his daughter North on stage at his SoFi Stadium concert. Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 1 May 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 May. 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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