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rocking

UK
/ˈrɒk.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈrɑː.kɪŋ/
rocking horse
rocking horses
rockingnoun
rockings
pl
UK
/ˈrɒk.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈrɑːk.ɪŋ/
Gerund functioning as a common noun denoting the act or motion of rocking.
Definitions
The action or movement of moving gently back and forth or from side to side.
The constant rocking of the train lulled him to sleep.
rockingadjective
more rocking
Comp.
most rocking
Super.
UK
/ˈrɒk.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈrɑː.kɪŋ/
Translations
The rocking chair was very comfortable.
Качающийся стул был очень удобным.
The rocking boat made everyone feel a bit dizzy.
Раскачивающийся корабль заставил всех почувствовать легкое головокружение.
The band gave a rocking performance last night.
Группа дала потрясающее выступление прошлой ночью.
Additional translations
качающий
раскачивающий
Definitions
Exciting, lively, or excellent, often used to describe music or a performance.
The band gave a rocking performance that had the crowd dancing all night.
Synonyms
swaying
oscillating
shaking
vibrating
undulating
rockinggerund / present participle
Used of something that is literally moving back and forth; participial adjective.
Definitions
Moving back and forth or side to side in a gentle or rhythmic manner.
The rocking chair on the porch was soothing as it swayed in the breeze.
rocknoun
Definitions
A naturally occurring solid aggregate of minerals or mineraloid matter.
The geologist examined the rock to determine its composition.
A large mass of stone forming a hill, cliff, or other natural feature.
The climbers scaled the rock with great effort.
A small stone, especially one that has been worn smooth by erosion.
She skipped a rock across the surface of the lake.
A genre of popular music characterized by a strong rhythm and often simple melodies.
The band played a mix of classic rock and modern hits.
A precious stone, especially a diamond.
She showed off the rock on her engagement ring to her friends.
A person who provides dependable support or strength.
Thanks for listening—you're my rock.
(Slang) Crack cocaine or another crystalline form of cocaine.
He was arrested for selling rock on the street corner.
rockverb

rocking

Gerund

rocked
Past Simple
rocked
Past Participle
rocking
Gerund
UK
/rɒk/
US
/rɑːk/
Translations
She likes to rock the baby to sleep.
Ей нравится качать ребенка, чтобы он заснул.
The wind began to rock the boat.
Ветер начал раскачивать лодку.
He tried to rock the vending machine to get a free snack.
Он попытался трясти автомат, чтобы получить бесплатную закуску.
Additional translations
питать иллюзии
шокировать
отрокать
Definitions
To move gently back and forth or from side to side.
She rocked the baby to sleep in her arms.
To cause to shake or sway violently.
The earthquake rocked the entire city.
To perform or play music with a strong beat, typically in the style of rock and roll.
The band rocked the stage with their energetic performance.
To impress or excite greatly.
Her new outfit really rocks!
(Informal) To wear, display, or use (something) with confidence and style.
She's really rocking that new leather jacket.
Synonyms
shake
sway
move
jolt
vibrate
rockadjective
Definitions
Relating to or characteristic of rock music.
The festival attracted thousands of rock fans.
Made of, consisting of, or resembling rock (stone).
The climbers trained on an indoor wall that simulated real rock surfaces.
rockinterjection
Definitions
An exclamation of excitement or enthusiastic approval.
You got backstage passes? Rock!
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