rocker

noun

rock·​er ˈrä-kər 

1

a

: either of two curving pieces of wood or metal on which an object (such as a cradle) rocks

b

: any of various objects (such as a rocking chair or an infant's toy having a seat placed between side pieces) that rock on rockers

c

: any of various objects in the form of a rocker or with parts resembling a rocker (such as a skate with a curved blade)

d(1)

: any of the curved stripes at the lower part of a chevron worn by a noncommissioned officer above the rank of sergeant

(2)

: the curved stripe at the upper part of a chevron worn by a chief petty officer

2

: any of various devices that work with a rocking motion

3

: a rock performer, song, or enthusiast

see also:

off one's rocker

Examples of rocker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Forming in California in 2015, indie rockers Momma were a highlight on a rainy Lolla Saturday in the Windy City. — Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Jack Osbourne’s fifth and youngest daughter inherited more than just her name from her late rocker grandfather, Ozzy Osbourne. — Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026

The set balanced crowd favorites with deeper cuts, moving comfortably between reflective moments and full-throttle rockers. — Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026

John Mellencamp's rebellious spirit drives him Along with his status as blue-collar rocker, Mellencamp is also a respected artist. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing rocker

• Boston rocker
• hard rocker
• off one's rocker
• platform rocker
• rocker arm
• rocker panel

Rhymes for rocker

• blocker
• chalker
• cocker
• docker
• hawker
• hocker
• knocker
• locker
• mocker
• ocher
• shocker
• soccer

Kids Definition

rocker

noun

rock·​er ˈräk-ər 

1

a

: a curving piece of wood or metal on which an object (as a cradle) rocks

b

: a structure or device (as a chair) that rocks on rockers

2

: a device that works with a rocking motion

3

: a rock singer, musician, fan, or song