1. a curved piece of wood or metal on which something (such as a chair or cradle) rocks back and forth
2. a rocking chair
3. a person who performs or enjoys rock music
Usage: informal

Examples

• The old rocking chair had a broken rocker that needed repair.
• Grandma sat in her favorite rocker on the front porch.
• The baby’s cradle moved gently on its wooden rockers.
• He’s been a rocker since his teenage years, playing in various bands.
• The ice skate’s rocker allows for smooth turns and gliding.
• She bought a comfortable rocker for the nursery.
• The veteran rocker performed his greatest hits at the concert.