Rev

/rɛv/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A short form for 'revolution' in terms of a rotation or complete turn.

The engine was running at three thousand revs.

An increase in the engine speed.

The revs went up when he pressed the pedal to the floor.

verb

To increase the running speed of an engine, especially by increasing the number of revolutions per minute (RPM).

He revved the engine before taking off down the track.

To make something operate at a higher speed or to accelerate.

The driver revved the car's engine to impress the onlookers.

Shortened form of 'revolution,' referring to engine revolutions.

rev up

To increase the speed or intensity of something.

rev the engine

To increase the speed of a vehicle's engine temporarily.

revolution

The act of rotating around an axis or center.

engine

A machine designed to convert energy into useful mechanical motion.

To suddenly increase excitement or intensity.

Let's rev this party up a notch!

To show off or demonstrate power, often in a flashy way.

He always revs his new car whenever we hang out.