revved; revving
1
a
: to step up the number of revolutions per minute of
—often used with up
rev up the engine
b
: increase
—used with up
rev up production
2
: to drive or operate especially at high speed
—often used with up
3
: to make more active or effective
—used with up
revving up the economy
4
: to stir up : excite
—usually used with up
revved up the kids before bedtime
1
: to operate at an increased speed of revolution
—usually used with up
2
: to increase in amount or activity
—usually used with up
the campaign revved up
3
: to become more excited especially in anticipation
—usually used with up
the partygoers were revving up
1
revenue
2
reverse
3
review; reviewed
4
revised; revision
5
revolution
1
Revelation
2
reverend
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“Rev.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rev. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.
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