Rev
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛv/
Rev (noun)
- a measure of how fast an engine is running, usually in revolutions per minute.
Examples
- The car's rev was high during the race.
- Mechanics often check the rev to ensure optimal performance.
Common collocations: high rev, engine rev, rev counter, rev the engine, rev up
Rev (verb)
- to make an engine run faster by pressing the accelerator.
Examples
- He revved the engine before starting the race.
- You should not rev the engine too much when it's cold.