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Meaning of rocking
The primary meaning of the word "rocking" is to move gently from side to side or back and forth, often in a regular, repetitive motion.
Etymology of rocking
The word "rocking" originates from the Old English word "roccian," which means "to move gently from side to side"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe gentle, repetitive motions, such as the movement of a cradle or a boat on water
Over time, the word has taken on additional meanings, including violent or unsteady motions
Synonyms
swaying
swinging
oscillating
vibrating
shaking
quivering
trembling
wobbling
teetering
tottering
seesawing
wavering
undulating
fluctuating
pulsating
throbbing
palpitating
quaking
shuddering
jolting
jarring
jerking
lurching
careening
swiveling
pivoting
rotating
spinning
twirling
whirling
dizzying
reeling
Definitions
- Moving from side to side or back and forth, often in a regular, repetitive motion
- Causing something to move from side to side or back and forth
- Having a strong, unsteady, or violent motion
Usage Examples
- The baby was rocking gently in her cradle, fast asleep
- The boat was rocking violently on the rough seas
- The crowd was rocking to the music, dancing and singing along