Definition of ramrod Ramrod
/ɹæˈmɹɑˌd/ - [ratmrad] - ram•rod
We found 13 definitions of ramrod from 7 different sources.
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What does ramrod mean?
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NounPlural: ramrods |
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| ramrod - a rod used to ram the charge into a muzzle-loading firearm | ||
| ramrod - a rod used to clean the barrel of a firearm | ||
| ramrod - a harshly demanding overseer |
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Wiktionary 
- ramrod (Noun)
Device used with early firearms to push the projectile up against the propellant. - ramrod (Noun)
Ranch or trail foreman, usually the first or second person in charge. The person responsible for getting the work done. - ramrod (Noun)
A World War II code name for short range fighter and bomber attacks to destroy ground targets, similar to circus attacks. - ramrod (Noun)
The penis. - ramrod (Verb)
To force.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- ramrod (n.)
The rod used in ramming home the charge in a muzzle-loading firearm.
Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕
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ramrod
ram′rod, n. a rod used in ramming down the charge in a gun.—n. Ram′rod-bay′onet.—adj. Ram′roddy, stiff like a ramrod
Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book ⛵
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ramrod
In muzzle-loading, is the implement used in charging a piece, to drive home the powder and shot.
Military DictionaryMilitary Dictionary and Gazetteer 💥
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ramrod
The rod of iron formerly used in loading a piece to drive home a charge; but now used to clean the rifle.
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