Boston rocker

American  

noun

1. 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.

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Etymology

Origin of Boston rocker

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

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.