ram

/ræm/

Definitions

1. noun

a male sheep, especially one that is over a year old.

“The farmer had to separate the ram from the rest of the flock.”

2. verb

to force or push something through a narrow opening, often with a great deal of force.

“The rammed the stick into the hole to get it started.”

3. verb

to fit or drive something into a position or situation with force.

“The new policy is ramming through the changes quickly.”

4. noun

a device or machine with a heavy metal head or point, used for breaking up or driving into something.

“The ram was used to break up the rocks on the construction site.”

5. verb

to insert or drive something into a computer system, especially by force.

“The malware is trying to ram itself into the system’s memory.”

6. verb

to fill or pack something tightly or densely.

“The snow is ramming down the streets, making it hard to drive.”

Synonyms

  • billygoat
  • buck
  • castrated male sheep
  • male sheep
  • tough guy

Antonyms

  • ewe
  • female sheep