An exclamation of enthusiasm or encouragement, or to continue doing something with energy.
Keep going! / That's awesome! — used to cheer someone on.
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Used as an exclamation to express enthusiastic approval, encouragement, or excitement.
"'Rock on!' the crowd shouted as the band took to the stage."
Rock on, Tommy!
— Slade, 'Cum On Feel the Noize' era / widely attributed catchphrase; also title of the 1973 David Essex song 'Rock On'
To continue playing, performing, or doing something with energy and enthusiasm.
"The band rocked on for another hour despite the late hour."
(British informal) Used to express that something will be great or that one looks forward to a future time — often ironic.
"Only three more weeks until the holiday — rock on!"
To continue the action of rocking (moving back and forth or playing rock music).
Keep going! / That's awesome! — used to cheer someone on.
Primarily British English as an exclamation of approval or encouragement (similar to 'nice one'). Also used in American English as a classic rock-culture rallying cry. Can also mean literally to continue rocking (in a chair or musically). The exclamatory use is very strongly associated with youth culture and music fans.
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