rock
noun
Definitions of rock noun
geology
- B1CountableUncountable
The solid, non-soil material of the Earth's crust, or a large, prominent piece of this material that rises from the ground or sea.
The mountains and cliffs are composed of solid rock formations.
The ship hit a submerged rock outside of the bay, leading to its sinking.
The area is known for its dramatic rocky coastline.
stone
- Countable
A detached piece of rock or stone.
The protesters were throwing rocks at the police officers.
The children were stacking rocks on the beach.
The workers were removing large rocks from the road.
jewelry
- Countable
A valuable stone, particularly a diamond, used in jewelry.
Did you see how big the rock was that he gave her for their wedding anniversary?
The rock on her hand sparkled under the light.
The diamond on that ring is absolutely huge, a real rock.
music
- A2Uncountable
A genre of popular music characterized by a loud, strong beat, typically played with electric guitars and drums.
a rock band
a rock star
They were listening to some classic rock music.
Phrases of rock noun
- rocks
A line of large stones that protrude from the sea.
• The violent storm pushed the vessel onto the rocks.
verb
Definitions of rock verb
movement
- C2TransitiveIntransitive
To move or cause something to move gently back and forth or from side to side in a rhythmic manner.
He gently rocked the baby in his arms until she fell asleep.
The chair might break if you rock back on it like that.
The waves gently rocked the small boat.
- Transitive
To cause something to shake violently due to a powerful force like an explosion.
The explosion rocked the entire city, resulting in 300 casualties.
The earthquake rocked the entire region severely.
The impact rocked the whole building.
emotion
- Transitive
To cause a group or society to experience shock or strong feelings of disturbance.
The CEO's sudden resignation rocked the entire company.
The entire political establishment was rocked by the scandal.
The news rocked the entire community.
fashion
- Transitiveslang
To wear a particular style of clothing, accessories, etc. and look attractive or stylish.
Some celebrities over 40 can still rock a tattoo.
She really rocks that leather jacket.
He can definitely rock a suit.
Idioms
- on the rocks
Describes a relationship, plan, or endeavor that is likely to fail or end soon.
• Ever since they started arguing frequently, their relationship has been on the rocks.
- get your rocks off
To experience an orgasm; also, to derive intense pleasure or excitement from something.
• He likes to get his rocks off by doing extreme sports.
- rock the boat
To do or say something that disturbs a stable situation and causes trouble or problems.
• She didn't want to rock the boat before the project was finished, so she kept quiet.
- be (as) solid as a rock
To be extremely strong, reliable, or unyielding.
• Their friendship is as solid as a rock, having withstood the test of time.
- be (caught) between a rock and a hard place
To be in a predicament where one faces two undesirable options, making any decision exceptionally difficult.
• Facing both company layoffs and pay cuts, he was truly caught between a rock and a hard place.
- someone/something rocks
Used to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, indicating that they are excellent or very impressive.
• This new restaurant rocks; their dishes are absolutely top-notch!