ramrod
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Noun — A rod once used to push ammunition and powder down the barrel of an old-fashioned firearm.
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of ram ("to force something in") and rod.
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What does “ramrod” mean?
The word “ramrod” means a rod once used to push ammunition and powder down the barrel of an old-fashioned firearm. In plain terms, originally a tool for loading old firearms; now mostly used to describe someone standing perfectly straight and stiff.
How do you pronounce “ramrod”?
“Ramrod” is pronounced RAM-rod (/ˈɹæmɹɑd/ in IPA).
How do you use “ramrod” in a sentence?
Here is “ramrod” used in a sentence: “The re-enactor demonstrated how to load a musket with a ramrod.”
What part of speech is “ramrod”?
Depending on how it is used, “ramrod” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “ramrod” have?
“Ramrod” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rod once used to push ammunition and powder down the barrel of an old-fashioned firearm.