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ream
In its literal sense, a ream is a precise commercial unit of measurement for paper. While historically this number varied, in modern contexts it almost exclusively refers to 500 sheets. It is used primarily in office and printing environments.
When used in the plural form "reams of," the word shifts into a hyperbolic, informal register. It describes an overwhelming volume of written material, such as "reams of evidence" or "reams of bureaucracy," suggesting a sense of tediousness or excessive length.
As a verb, the word exists in two vastly different registers. The technical meaning refers to precision machining and is used in engineering contexts. Conversely, the meaning involving scolding is highly colloquial and aggressive, often implying a loud, one-sided verbal attack.
Ý nghĩa
A large amount of something, typically paper or documents, used informally to emphasize volume.
She had reams of notes prepared for the presentation.