SportsAugust 17, 2026

revving

REV-ing

Definition

Increasing the intensity, speed, or output of an activity or process.

Etymology

Derived from the noun 'rev' (short for 'revolution'), which originated in the early 20th century to describe the speed of an engine measured in revolutions per minute.

In the news

Mike D'Antoni uses the term to describe how modern basketball teams have dramatically increased the pace and volume of their play, noting that he regrets not doing so sooner during his tenure as a coach.

And-Ones: D’Antoni, Buss Brothers, Hartenstein, Hall Of Famers

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