rock
/rɑk/
Also a verb
Meaning
The solid mineral material forming part of the surface of the earth and other planets, exposed on the surface or underlying the soil.
Hikers scrambled over slippery wet rock near the edge of the waterfall.
A large, distinct piece of stone.
He skipped a smooth, flat rock across the surface of the calm lake.
A person or thing that provides dependable strength, support, or security in difficult times.
Throughout the entire legal battle, her brother was an absolute rock for her.
Collocations
- solid rock
- bed rock
- rock formation
- throw a rock
- climb a rock
- rock face
See also on the rocks
Idioms
between a rock and a hard place
facing a choice between two equally unpleasant alternatives
With his budget cut and deadlines moved up, the manager was stuck between a rock and a hard place.
hit rock bottom
reach the lowest possible level
After losing his job and his apartment, he felt he had finally hit rock bottom.