Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hydraulic-ram

Noun

/haɪˈdrɔːlɪk ræm/

Definition

A hydraulic ram is a device that uses the kinetic energy of falling water to pump a smaller volume of water to a higher elevation.

Examples

The hydraulic ram can lift water to heights of up to 100 meters.
Farmers often use hydraulic rams for irrigation purposes.
By harnessing the force of flowing water, a hydraulic ram can achieve effective water management.

Meaning

It is a type of pump that works by utilizing the momentum of a larger body of water to drive a smaller body of water upward, effectively enabling water movement without the use of external power sources.