Ream

usgb/riːm/
noun

A large amount of something, especially paper.

I have a ream of paperwork to go through before the meeting.
Visual representation of "ream" - A large amount of something, especially paper.

Often appears as...

  • ream of paper
  • ream of printouts
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Visual representation of "ream"
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Figurative Use

The word 'ream' can represent a large, unspecified amount of work or material.

Illustration for Figurative Use
She brought back a ream of brochures from the travel fair.
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Not Always Literal

'Ream' does not always mean exactly 500 sheets and can imply just a lot of something.

Illustration for Not Always Literal
With a ream of issues to address, the council met overnight.
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