rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers

Examples of rocking chair in a Sentence

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Amazon is slashing prices on classic hammocks and Adirondack chairs, in addition to long chaises for sunbathing and rocking chairs. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2025 The San Francisco museum is loaning more than 30 artifacts to the exhibit housed inside the Main Street Opera House art studio space that will include the original rocking chair, lamp and table from Walt’s fire station apartment. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 9 July 2025 Try out a mid-century rocking chair with an ergonomic design and side pockets, or opt for this ottoman that provides extra storage. Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 6 July 2025 As soon as the flowers start blooming and the leaves start budding, we’re drawn outside to our rocking chairs to enjoy the local wildlife. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 May 2025 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 18 Jul. 2025.

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rocking chair

noun
: a chair mounted on rockers

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