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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A boulder or large stone.
  • A large hill or island having no vegetation.
  • A lump or cube of ice.
  • A mass of stone projecting out of the ground or water.
  • An act of rocking.
  • A style of music characterized by basic drum-beat, generally 4/4 riffs, based on (usually electric) guitar, bass guitar, drums, and vocals.
  • uncountable A type of confectionery made from sugar in the shape of a stick, traditionally having some text running through its length.
  • South African|slang|derogatory An Afrikaner.
  • countable distaff
  • figuratively Something that is strong, stable, and dependable; a person who provides security or support to another.
  • geology Any natural material with a distinctive composition of minerals.
  • slang A precious stone or gem, especially a diamond.
  • uncountable The flax or wool on a distaff.
  • uncountable The naturally occurring aggregate of solid mineral matter that constitutes a significant part of the earth's crust.
  • slang A crystalized lump of crack cocaine.
  • slang An unintelligent person, especially one who repeats mistakes.
  • slang In poker, an extremely conservative player who is willing to play only the very strongest hands.

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Proper noun:

  • preceded by "the" or "The" Nickname of the island of Newfoundland in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • preceded by "the" or "The" Nickname of Gibraltar.
  • preceded by "the" or "The" Nickname of the Island, USA.
  • male|from=surnames transferred from the surname.
  • from=Middle English|dot= for someone living near a [[rock or an oak ( atter|lang=enm + oke|lang=enm ).

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Verb:

  • transitive & intransitive To be washed and panned in a cradle or in a rocker (with reference to ore etc)
  • transitive & intransitive To move gently back and forth.
  • transitive To cause to shake or sway violently.
  • transitive to disturb the emotional equilibrium of; to disturb or distress
  • transitive to do something with excitement yet skillfully
  • intransitive slang To be very favourable or skilful.
  • slang To excel.
  • intransitive To play, perform, or enjoy rock music, especially with a lot of skill or energy.
  • intransitive To sway or tilt violently back and forth.
  • transitive to thrill or excite, especially with rock music
  • transitive to wear or carry something with pride and skill.

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