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Wednesday, March 3, 2010

The Meaning of the Verb- RAVE

What is the Meaning of RAVE?

Main Entry: 1rave
Pronunciation: \ˈrāv\
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): raved; rav·ing
Etymology: Middle English
Date: 14th century

intransitive verb 1 a : to talk irrationally in or as if in delirium b : to speak out wildly c : to talk with extreme enthusiasm
2 : to move or advance violently : storm transitive verb : to utter in madness or frenzy

(from-http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rave)

1. to utter (something) in a wild or incoherent manner, as when mad or delirious
2. (intr) to speak in an angry uncontrolled manner
3. (intr) (of the sea, wind, etc.) to rage or roar
4. (intr; foll by over or about) Informal to write or speak (about) with great enthusiasm
5. (intr) Brit slang to enjoy oneself wildly or uninhibitedly
n
1. Informal
a. enthusiastic or extravagant praise
b. (as modifier) a rave review
2. Brit slang
a. Also called rave-up a party
b. a professionally organized party for young people, with electronic dance music, sometimes held in a field or disused building
3. Brit slang a fad or fashion the latest rave
4. (Music / Pop Music) a name given to various types of dance music, such as techno, that feature fast electronic rhythm
[C14 raven, apparently from Old French resver to wander]
(from-http://www.thefreedictionary.com/rave)

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