the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible
"The system crashed because the random access memory failed to retain the data needed for the running application."
the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19
"As soon as the calendar flips to late March and the sun moves into Aries, I know spring has officially arrived."
a tool for driving or forcing something by impact
"The carpenter used a heavy steel ram to drive the stubborn nail deep into the wooden beam."
A male sheep, typically uncastrated
"After years of supporting the team from the stands, he was finally recognized by the club to become an official Ram."
Acronym of random-access memory.
someone connected with Derby County Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.
In plain English: A ram is a male sheep that is bigger and stronger than the females.
"The old ram wandered slowly across the green pasture."
To collide with (an object), usually with the intention of damaging it or disabling its function.
"The angry bull charged straight at the fence, ramming through the weak wood until it finally gave way."
In plain English: To ram means to hit something hard and forcefully with your vehicle or body.
"The bull ran directly at the fence and rammed it with all his might."
Rancid, offensive in smell or taste.
"The old cheese had gone so ram that even opening the package made me gag."
In plain English: When something is ram, it means to hit or push into something else with great force.
"The man pushed his way through the crowd with a ram attitude."
Usage: Use ram as an adjective to describe food that has gone rancid and developed a foul odor or unpleasant flavor. This term specifically highlights the sensory experience of spoilage rather than physical damage caused by impact.
Initialism of Royal Academy of Music.
"The astrologer checked her horoscope and noticed that she was born under the sign of Ram, which is known as Aries in astrology."
The constellation Aries.
The word "ram" comes from Old English and originally meant the male sheep. It likely traveled into English with a sense of strength, possibly derived from an ancient root meaning "strong."