Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ramming

verb

/ˈræm.ɪŋ/

Definition

Ramming refers to the act of forcefully striking or colliding with something, usually to penetrate or damage it.

Examples

The construction crew was ramming steel beams into the ground to support the new building.
During the storm, the waves were ramming against the shore, creating a powerful spectacle.
In the video game, players can earn points by ramming their opponents’ vehicles off the track.

Meaning

To ram means to hit or push something with a lot of force, often used in the context of vehicles or even in more abstract terms like ideas or plans meeting resistance.