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rev

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /rɛv/

rev means: To make an engine run faster, or to run faster as an engine.

verb

SPEED UP ENGINEB2

To make an engine run faster, or to run faster as an engine.

  • He revved the engine.
  • The motor revved loudly as we waited.
  • Do not rev the engine in this quiet street.

How to use it: rev something (She revved the motor before driving away.); rev up (The engine revved up with a loud roar.)

Similar words: accelerate

Common phrases: rev the engine, rev up, rev loudly

noun

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A short title used before the name of a Christian religious leader.

  • The Rev Brown led the service.
  • We invited the Rev Williams to the wedding.
  • Is the Rev Green speaking today?

Similar words: reverend

Common phrases: Rev Smith, the Rev Jones

Questions about rev

What does rev mean?

To make an engine run faster, or to run faster as an engine.

What is rev in other languages?

Türkçe: gaz vermek · Español: acelerar · Français: faire monter en régime · Deutsch: hochdrehen · Italiano: accelerare · 日本語: 空ぶかしする

How do you pronounce rev?

It is pronounced /rɛv/.

How do you use rev in a sentence?

He revved the engine. The motor revved loudly as we waited.

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