rev
/ɹɛv/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: revs · revving · revved
Meaning · English
To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed.
Verb
Examples
He revved the engine in a rather macho style.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rev” mean?
To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed.
Is “rev” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.