battering ram

/ˌbædərɪŋ ˌræm/
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Definitions of battering ram
  1. noun
    a ram used to break down doors of fortified buildings
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    engine
    an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.
    ram
    a tool for driving or forcing something by impact
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