Meaning of the word cram in English

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cram

US /kræm/

UK /kræm/

to study intensively over a short period of time, typically for an examination

Example:

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She had to cram for her history exam all night.

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Many students cram the night before a big test.

Synonym:

swot mug up bone up grind study hard

to force (people or things) into a space that is already full or too small

Example:

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They tried to cram all their luggage into the small car.

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Don't try to cram too many clothes into one suitcase.

Synonym:

stuff pack squeeze jam force

a large number of people or things in a small space

Example:

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The bus was a cram of passengers during rush hour.

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The small room was a cram of old furniture.

Synonym:

crowd pack squeeze jam throng

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