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rave
1[reyv]
verb (used without object)
to talk wildly, as in delirium.
Synonyms: , , , , , , ,to talk or write with extravagant enthusiasm.
She raved about her trip to Europe.
(of wind, water, storms, etc.) to make a wild or furious sound; rage.
verb (used with object)
to utter as if in madness.
noun
an act of raving.
an extravagantly enthusiastic appraisal or review of something.
a dance party featuring electronic dance music arranged by a disc jockey and a light show or other visual effects, and typically characterized by amphetamine and psychedelic drug use.
They have these all-night raves in a field just outside the city limits.
British Informal.a boisterous party, especially a dance.
We hung pretty party lights and invited everyone who lived in the building to our rooftop rave.
adjective
extravagantly flattering or enthusiastic.
rave reviews of a new play.
rave
2[reyv]
noun
a vertical sidepiece of a wagon or other vehicle.
rave
1/ ɪ /
verb
to utter (something) in a wild or incoherent manner, as when mad or delirious
(intr) to speak in an angry uncontrolled manner
(intr) (of the sea, wind, etc) to rage or roar
informal(intr; foll by over or about) to write or speak (about) with great enthusiasm
slang(intr) to enjoy oneself wildly or uninhibitedly
noun
informal
enthusiastic or extravagant praise
( as modifier )
a rave review
slang
Also called: rave-up.a party
a professionally organized party for young people, with electronic dance music, sometimes held in a field or disused building
slanga fad or fashion
the latest rave
a name given to various types of dance music, such as techno, that feature fast electronic rhythm
rave
2/ ɪ /
noun
a vertical sidepiece on a wagon
Other 51Թ Forms
- raver noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of rave1
Origin of rave2
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of rave1
Origin of rave2
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
The case has since been endlessly examined and reconstructed in TV dramas, films, documentaries and books, each exploring its links to other high-profile homicides and the 1990s rave scene.
From there, the plot hurtles forward: kidnappings, frantic road trips, a festival rave and high-stakes showdowns.
I’ve enjoyed it, but I could see it not necessarily getting all the raves.
The next year the production opened at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills to rave reviews, paving the way to Broadway and a Tony nomination for musical revival.
The blockbuster has had some rave reviews, with the Guardian calling it a "wildly entertaining adventure" in a five-star review, and Vanity Fair describing it as "a worthy send-off".
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