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ram (nautical)

verbtechnicaluncommon/ɐβɐɫˈɾwaɾ/a·bal·ro·ar

Definition

1

To collide with, especially in a nautical context; to ram another vessel.

Usage examples

“The tanker rammed the smaller boat in the fog.”
“The ships were in danger of ramming each other.”

Common combinations

to ram a ship