rapper

[rap-er]

noun

1. a person or thing that raps rap or knocks.

2. the knocker of a door.

3. Slang.,  a person who chats or talks, especially freely.

4. a person who performs rap music, especially professionally.

rapper

/ ˈræpə /

noun

1. something used for rapping, such as a knocker on a door

2. a performer of rap music

Word History and Origins

Origin of rapper¹

1605–15; 1970–75, rapper for def. 3; rap ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

After Judge Arun Subramanian finished reading his sentence, the rapper turned around to look at his family and appeared to mouth the words: "I love you, I'm sorry."

From BBC

Prosecutors say he is "unrepentant" and argued the rapper should spend a minimum of 11 years in prison.

From BBC

The lawsuit alleges he has a history of “making false, sensationalized claims about high-profile individuals” to gain attention, citing an online incident with rapper Sexxy Red.

From Los Angeles Times

Instead, she cleared the air on her side of the beef with rapper Eminem.

From Los Angeles Times

Just last month, ace rapper and dancer Intak released a sultry cover of Usher’s “Good Kisser.”

From Los Angeles Times