Meaning of the word rampant in English

What does rampant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rampant

US /ˈræm.pənt/
UK /ˈræm.pənt/
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Adjective

1.

(especially of something unwelcome) flourishing or spreading unchecked

Example:
Corruption was rampant throughout the government.
The weeds are growing rampant in the garden.
2.

(of an animal in heraldry) represented standing on one hind foot with its forefeet in the air

Example:
The shield featured a lion rampant.
A dragon rampant was the family emblem.