rocking chair

noun

: a chair mounted on rockers

Examples of rocking chair in a Sentence

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With a handsome frame made of eucalyptus wood and a woven rope seat, this rocking chair is all about craftsmanship without the fuss. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 May 2025 While conversation sets and dining tables are great for hosting friends and family, a comfortable rocking chair can be your own personal oasis for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and maybe even a midday nap. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 1 May 2025 Today, guests can enjoy the front porch rocking chairs, the gazebo, the upper deck sitting area, and daily breakfast. Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025 Our favorites include a timeless wooden rocking chair for just $70, as well as a wicker outdoor table from the Martha Stewart collection. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 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 May. 2025.

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rocking chair

noun
: a chair mounted on rockers

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