ream out

informal vulgar technical

The term 'ream out' has various meanings depending on the context, ranging from severe reprimand to technical actions.

Definition

B2North American English

(informal)To scold or criticize someone harshly.

Example

The coach reamed out the team for their poor performance.
She reamed him out for forgetting their anniversary.

C2Sexual Slang

(vulgar, slang)To forcefully penetrate a partner's anus.

C1Technical

(technical)To enlarge or smooth the inside of a hole using a reaming tool.

Example

The machinist needed to ream out the hole to fit the new part.

Similar

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