Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ream

noun and verb
/riːm/
Definition
A unit of measurement for paper, usually equal to 500 sheets.
Examples
  • She ordered three reams of paper for the printing project.
  • He had to ream out the pipes to allow for better water flow.
Meaning
The term ‘ream’ can also refer to a large quantity or a huge number of something.
Synonyms
  • bundle
  • quantity
  • batch
  • reduce
  • expand