Synonyms for

Rockwell

Verb / ˈrɑ:ˌkwel / Another word for rockwell — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Rockwell is a surname that originated in England.

Synonyms & similar words

rockwell normanrockwell surname patronymic matronymic nomen moniker appellation cognomen epithet title handle label tag

Common collocations

  • rockwell hardness
  • rockwell scale
  • rockwell hardness test
  • rockwell hardness testing
  • rockwell hardness number
  • rockwell c scale
  • rockwell b scale

Word family

noun Rockwell

Usage note

Rockwell is a proper noun, often used in the context of hardness testing. It refers to the Rockwell hardness scale, a system for measuring the indentation hardness of materials.

Example sentences

  1. My friend's last name is Rockwell.
  2. The Rockwell family has a long history.
  3. I wonder what is the origin of the surname Rockwell.
  4. Rockwell is a common surname in some English-speaking countries.
  5. I don't know anyone with the surname Rockwell.

Quotes

  • "I'm proud to be a Rockwell." - Sam Rockwell
  • "I think that Norman Rockwell was the best American illustrator of the 20th century." - Douglas Brinkley
  • "Norman Rockwell is no less than the Michelangelo of the 20th century." - Steven Spielberg

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