cram
cram
kræm
krām
/kɹˈæm/

Definition & Meaning of "cram"in English

to cram
01

to forcefully or tightly pack a space with a large amount of something

Transitive: to cram sth somewhere
to cram definition and meaning
Examples
In preparation for the move, they needed to cram their belongings into boxes.
02

to fill or pack a container with people or objects that seem to exceed its capacity

Transitive: to cram a container with sth
Examples
The tiny closet was crammed with clothes, making it difficult to find anything.
03

to force or rush someone to study or memorize information within a short period

Transitive: to cram sb
Examples
The teacher decided to cram her students before the final exam to ensure they covered all the key topics.
04

to engage in intense and concentrated studying within a limited timeframe, typically right before an examination

Intransitive
Examples
As the final exams approached, Sarah had to cram all night to catch up on the semester's material.
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