Ramp: meaning, definitions and examples

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ramp

 

[ rรฆmp ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

physical structure

A ramp is an inclined surface or pathway that connects two different levels. It is often used to facilitate movement between heights, allowing easier access for vehicles, people, or goods. Ramps are commonly found in places like parking lots, stages, and wheelchair-accessible buildings. In construction, ramps can be temporary or permanent structures designed for specific purposes, such as loading and unloading goods. They can also serve as safety features, preventing accidents caused by sudden changes in elevation.

Synonyms

gradient, incline, slope

Examples of usage

  • The wheelchair ramp makes the building accessible.
  • The loading ramp was steep but effective.
  • He drove the truck up the ramp to offload supplies.
Context #2 | Verb

increase gradually

To ramp means to increase or cause to increase in intensity, amount, or degree. This term is often used in business, technology, and sports contexts to describe a gradual escalation of activity or performance. For example, companies might ramp up production to meet growing demand, or an athlete might ramp up their training regimen before a competition. It conveys a sense of building momentum or making progress towards a specific goal.

Synonyms

amplify, escalate, increase

Examples of usage

  • They plan to ramp up the marketing campaign next month.
  • The athlete ramped up his efforts as the event approached.
  • We need to ramp production to meet the new orders.

Translations

Translations of the word "ramp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rampa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคขเคฒเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rampe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rampa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฝะดัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rampa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒญใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rampe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rampa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rampa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฝ์‚ฌ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุญุฏุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rampa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rampa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅก้“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rampa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brekka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะฐะผะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒ›แƒžแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rampa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rampa

Etymology

The word 'ramp' has origins that can be traced back to the Middle English word 'rampe', which meant 'to climb or scale'. It is derived from the Old French 'ramper', which means 'to crawl or creep'. The use of 'ramp' to describe an inclined surface likely emerged in the late 14th century. The transition of the term into various contexts, including construction and sports, reflects the adaptability of the concept of a gradual incline. Over time, the verb form of 'ramp' evolved as well, with its modern usage becoming prevalent in the late 20th century, particularly in business and technology vernacular, where it denotes increasing intensity or quantity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,901, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.