rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers

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On display was a lounge seat, rocking chair, and ottoman, all crafted to look like dry pasta noodles. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026 Among its future offerings are a deep-clean bottle washer, red light therapy device, nursery recliner, and rocking chair, all tailored to help mothers with their daily routines. Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 28 May 2026 Exterior furniture can be pricey, but Wayfair's Memorial Day sale is here with massive savings on patio furniture, including dining sets, side tables, rocking chairs, and other easy additions. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026 And, as any kid who's frequented Cracker Barrel will tell you, there's something special about sitting on those rocking chairs on the porch, rain or shine. Katherine Polcari, Southern Living, 17 May 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 4 Jun. 2026.

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rocking chair

noun
: a chair mounted on rockers

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