rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers

Examples of rocking chair in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

He was slumped in the rocking chair in the corner of the room, fast asleep. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026

With stately wraparound porches, rocking chairs, and views of the Guadalupe River, Gruene Mansion Inn sits next door to Gruene Hall. — Gabi De La Rosa, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2026

Take a moment to relax on the porch in one of the rocking chairs and perhaps borrow one of O’Connor’s novels from the trunk to read for a few minutes. — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026

Other great outdoor finds include a set of four oversized rocking chairs—now under $350—a one-gallon watering can, and well-draining flower boxes for every window in your home. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rocking chair

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Kids Definition

rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers