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How to pronounce ram
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What does ram mean?
verbTo collide with (an object), usually with the intention of damaging it or disabling its function.
“The man, driving an SUV, then rammed the gate, according to police.”
To strike (something) hard, especially with an implement.
“To build a sturdy fence, you have to ram the posts deep into the ground.”
To seat a cartridge, projectile, or propellant charge in the breech of a firearm by pushing or striking.
“After placing the cartridge in the musket, ram it down securely with the ramrod.”
adjRancid; offensive in smell or taste.
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