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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Trueno spoke to Rolling Stone about his love for contrasting moods, his collaboration with emerging rapper Milo J, and the downtime rituals that keep his sanity intact. Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2026 Lynn pointed to his lunch with Queens rapper Action Bronson as evidence of a mayor who understands that cultural credibility reaches people that press releases don’t. Sonia Huq, New York Daily News, 9 May 2026 The outspoken rapper has often asserted her own personal truth, and seen its invalidation in conversation with others. Sheldon Pearce, NPR, 9 May 2026 In February, Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny became the first Latino artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 9 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 11 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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