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battering ram

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ɐˈɾjɛtɨ/a·ri·e·te

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An ancient siege weapon consisting of a large beam with a ram's head, used to break down gates or walls.

“The battering ram shattered the castle gates.”

“They constructed a massive battering ram for the assault.”

siege battering ram

A hydraulic device that uses water hammer to pump water.

“The hydraulic ram provided water to the remote farm.”

“A ram pump is a simple and efficient device.”

hydraulic ram pump