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ˈram·rod N

Examples from the PONS Dictionary (editorially verified)

to stand ramrod-stiff [or -straight]
in Hab-Acht-Stellung stehen
he stood as stiff as a ramrod
er stand stocksteif da

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Some ramrods were flared, essentially having a cleaning jag built into them.
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Some ramrods were equipped with threaded ends, allowing different attachments to be used.
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It was then rammed home with the ramrod, which ensured that the charge was packed and the hollow base was filled with powder.
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Even the exposed parts of the wooden ramrod is encased with silver.
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It exploded and sent the ramrod through his head.
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Musketeers were trained to always replace their ramrods after loading so that they would not leave their ramrods on the field if they were forced to hastily retreat.
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The ramrod was also given a more trumpet shaped end.
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The meat for tika kabab is sometimes prepared in basdirma (an onion gravy and thyme) and then goes onto the ramrods.
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The model 1847 musketoon featured a small lock and chain or metal bale for attaching the ramrod which was especially useful while reloading on horseback.
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A cleaning jag was another attachment that could go onto the end of a ramrod.
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