rock

US /rɑːk/
UK /rɑːk/
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1.

roche, rocher

the solid mineral material forming part of the surface of the earth and other similar planets, exposed on the surface or underlying the soil or oceans.

:
The mountain was made of solid rock.
La montagne était faite de roche solide.
We climbed over the jagged rocks.
Nous avons escaladé les rochers déchiquetés.
2.

rock, musique rock

a type of popular music originating in the 1950s, characterized by a strong beat and the use of guitars, drums, and bass.

:
She loves listening to classic rock music.
Elle adore écouter de la musique rock classique.
The band played a loud rock anthem.
Le groupe a joué un hymne rock bruyant.
1.

bercer, tanguer

to move gently to and fro or from side to side.

:
She began to rock the baby to sleep.
Elle commença à bercer le bébé pour l'endormir.
The boat began to rock in the strong waves.
Le bateau commença à tanguer dans les fortes vagues.
2.

secouer, ébranler

to cause a sensation of shock or alarm in (someone).

:
The news of his resignation really rocked the company.
La nouvelle de sa démission a vraiment secoué l'entreprise.
The scandal rocked the political establishment.
Le scandale a ébranlé l'establishment politique.