First Known Use: 14th century
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1revel
verb rev·el \ˈre-vəl\
rev·eled or rev·elledrev·el·ing or rev·el·ling\ˈre-və-liŋ, ˈrev-liŋ\
Definition of REVEL
intransitive verb
1
: to take part in a revel : carouse
2
: to take intense pleasure or satisfaction <reveled in the quiet after everyone had gone>
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Origin of REVEL
Middle English, from Anglo-French reveler, literally, to rebel, from Latin rebellare
2revel
noun
: a noisy and wild celebration
Full Definition of REVEL
: a usually wild party or celebration
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First Known Use of REVEL
14th century
Related to REVEL
Revel
geographical name
Definition of REVEL
— see tallinn
REVEL Defined for Kids
1revel
verb rev·el \ˈre-vəl\
rev·eled or rev·elledrev·el·ing or rev·el·ling
Definition of REVEL for Kids
: to take great pleasure <He reveled in his success.>
2revel
noun
Definition of REVEL for Kids
: a noisy or merry celebration
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