Boston rocker

American

noun

an American wooden rocking chair having a solid, curved seat, often painted or grained, a spindle back, narrow rockers, and usually gilt designs stenciled on the crest rail.

Etymology

Origin of Boston rocker

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

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Mrs. Bartow chose the "t'other room," and taking the Boston rocker, asked "if Miss Graham was staying here?"

From Jessie Graham by Holmes, Mary J.

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