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rocky

adjective \ ˈrä-kē \

Definition of rocky

rockier; rockiest
1 : abounding in or consisting of rocks
2 : difficult to impress or affect : insensitive
3 : firmly held : steadfast

Origin and Etymology of rocky

Middle English rokky, from rokke rock

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rocky

adjective

Definition of rocky

rockier; rockiest
1 : unstable, wobbly
2 : physically upset or mentally confused (as from drinking excessively)
3 : marked by obstacles or problems : difficult, rough
  • a financially rocky year
  • —Michael Murray

Origin and Etymology of rocky

1rock

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ROCKY Defined for Kids

rocky

adjective \ ˈrä-kē \

Definition of rocky for Students

rockier; rockiest
: full of or consisting of rocks
  • a rocky shore
  • rocky cliffs

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