(1923–69), American boxer; born Rocco Francis Marchegiano. He became world heavyweight champion in 1952 and successfully defended his title six times until he retired, undefeated, in 1956.
Definition of Marciano, Rocky in US English:
Marciano, Rocky
proper noun-ˈanō
(1923–69), US heavyweight boxing champion; born Rocco Francis Marchegiano. He became world heavyweight champion in 1952 and successfully defended his title six times until he retired, undefeated, in 1956.