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rev1 [rev] N inf

rev short for revolution:

rev
obrat m
revs pl
obrati m pl
revs pl

See also revolution

revo·lu·tion [ˌrevəlˈu:ʃən] N

1. revolution also fig (overthrow):

2. revolution ASTRON:

rev2 <-vv-> [rev] VB trans

rev up VB intr

ˈrev count·er N inf

Usage examples with rev

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English
Clouds of snow swirl around us like a blizzard as the five helicopters rev up their engines.
www.producer.com
The instrument panel includes a large rev counter with red background arranged in central position.
www.scoop.co.nz
Rev up your engines and enjoy an overnight stay in the metro.
lifestyle.inquirer.net
However, the brushed motor was unreliable in this implementation (very low rev, turning only a few turns at a time, commonly stalled), which meant that the motor required constant tinkering.
en.wikipedia.org
With the rev limiter disabled, the engine was reputed to pull in excess of 7,000 rpm, even in 4th gear.
en.wikipedia.org
Or they rev up the war on cars.
www.torontosun.com
Stimulants rev up stress hormones in the body, which interferes with blood-sugar balance and our nervous system.
www.herald.ie
This is a wonderful way to rev up your condo's artistic quotient without destroying your budget.
news.nationalpost.com
Rev up your engine (ering muscles) -- engineers are in high demand, highly paid, and highly esteemed.
www.freemalaysiatoday.com
Bring your classic car out of storage and rev up the engine!
www.oakville.com

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