ramp meaning and definition

RAMP noun

Definition of ramp (noun)

1. an inclined surface connecting two levels
   • synonyms: incline
2. North American perennial having a slender bulb and whitish flowers
   • synonyms: Allium tricoccum, wild leek
3. a movable staircase that passengers use to board or leave an aircraft

RAMP verb

Definition of ramp (verb)

1. behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
   • synonyms: rage, storm
2. furnish with a ramp
   • "The ramped auditorium"
3. be rampant
   • "the lion is rampant in this heraldic depiction"
4. creep up -- used especially of plants
   • "The roses ramped over the wall"
5. stand with arms or forelegs raised, as if menacing