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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Key Facts Judge Arun Subramanian denied Combs’ bail bid, determining the rapper will remain in jail until his sentencing. Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 Suge Knight alleged that the rapper had pleaded with mom Afeni Shakur about ending his life, and Knight claims that Afeni gave him pills to assist in expediting that process. Michael Saponara, Billboard, 1 July 2025 The rapper has pleaded not guilty to the five counts against him. Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 1 July 2025 If found guilty, the rapper faces a minimum of 15 years behind bars and a maximum sentence of life in prison. Tracy Wright , Lauryn Overhultz , Maria Paronich , Brendan McDonald, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for rapper

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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

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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