Cream; also, the creamlike froth on ale or other liquor; froth or foam in general.
A guide to ream
(Verb) To cream; mantle; foam; froth.
(Verb) To enlarge (a hole), especially using a reamer; to bore (a hole) wider.
• To remove (material) by reaming.
• To remove burrs and debris from inside (something, such as a freshly bored hole) using a tool.
• To shape or form, especially using a reamer.
• To sexually penetrate in a rough and painful way.
• To yell at or berate.
(Noun) A bundle, package, or quantity of paper, nowadays usually containing 500 sheets.
• An extremely large quantity of documents, data, or information that supports a claim, investigation, or case.
• An abstract large amount of something.
Why ream is relevant in U.S. law
ream appears in U.S. legal practice across multiple practice areas. Knowing what it means — and when it applies — can determine the outcome of motions, filings, and negotiations. For non-lawyers, the value of looking up a precise definition is that legal terms often carry meanings that differ from everyday usage; relying on the common meaning can lead to costly missteps.
When and how ream applies
In practice, ream is invoked when parties, judges, or attorneys need to identify the legal status of an issue, the rights of those involved, or the procedural step required next. The definition shown above is sourced from Wiktionary , which is widely cited in U.S. legal practice. Because U.S. law is jurisdictionally layered — federal, state, and sometimes local — the precise application of the term can vary by court, so check the controlling authority for your specific case.