rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers

Examples of rocking chair in a Sentence

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Our top picks include this versatile sofa that converts into a daybed, this set of affordable pool loungers, and this gorgeous Adirondack rocking chair. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026 What caught our eye most were the cozy furnishings and thoughtful accents that made the space feel so inviting, including a pair of idyllic rocking chairs. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 All have front porches with rocking chairs, outdoor spaces in the back, fireplaces, and slate heated bathroom floors. Christine Sarkis, USA Today, 13 June 2026 The four-frame Death Comes to the Old Lady, shot the following year, shows a spectral form approaching an elderly woman in a rocking chair and spiriting her away. News Desk, Artforum, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rocking chair

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rocking chair was in 1766

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“Rocking chair.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocking%20chair. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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rocking chair

noun
: a chair mounted on rockers

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