Crams — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Crams
Crams (verb)
- to pack tight, jam
- to fill with food to excess, stuff
- to eat voraciously, bolt
- to make a special effort to meet with (someone) or to do (something) although one is very busy
Crams (noun)
- a compressed multitude or crowd, crush
- last-minute study especially for an examination
Crams (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a great number of persons or things massed together
"battling the rush-hour cram in the subway"
Crams (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to fit (people or things) into a tight space
"tried to cram one more book into the backpack"
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to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
"crammed his mouth with candy"
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to fill with food to capacity
"one of those eating contests in which competitors attempt to cram themselves with as many hot dogs as they can in three minutes"
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to swallow or eat greedily
"the thoughtless guest crammed a dinner that had taken hours to prepare"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Crams
The most common words with a similar meaning to Crams:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Crams
Words with the opposite meaning of Crams:
Near Antonyms of Crams
Word Forms of Crams
Inflections: crammed, cramming, crammed in, cramming in, crams in
Derived words: crammer (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Crams
Middle English crammen, from Old English crammian; akin to Old Norse kremja to squeeze
First known use: before 12th centuryt
Frequently Asked Questions about Crams
What does "Crams" mean?
"Crams" means to pack tight, jam. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to pack tight, jam. It has 5 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Crams"?
Other words for "Crams" include armies, bikes, crowds, crushes, droves, flocks, herds and hordes. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Crams" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Crams"?
There are 83 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Crams". Common alternatives include armies, bikes, crowds, crushes, droves, flocks, herds, hordes, hosts and legions.
What is the opposite of "Crams"?
Antonyms of "Crams" include clears, empties, evacuates, vacates and voids. Near antonyms include lightens, depletes, drains and eliminates.
How do you use "Crams" in a sentence?
Examples of "Crams" in a sentence: "battling the rush-hour cram in the subway"; "tried to cram one more book into the backpack"; "crammed his mouth with candy".
Is "Crams" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Crams" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Crams"?
"Crams" is pronounced /ˈkram/.
What is the origin of the word "Crams"?
"Crams" comes from Middle English crammen, from Old English crammian; akin to Old Norse kremja to squeeze. First known use: before 12th centuryt.