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revere1 definition

re·vere (ri vir′)

transitive verb revered -·vered′, revering -·ver′·ing

to regard with deep respect, love, and awe; venerate

Etymology: < Fr or L: Fr révérer < L revereri < re-, again + vereri, to fear, feel awe < IE base *wer-, to cover, protect > warn

revere2 definition

re·vere (ri vir′)

noun

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Revere definition

Re·vere (ri vir′)

Revere, Paul 1735-1818; Am. silversmith & patriot: rode from Boston to Lexington (April 18, 1775) to warn the colonists that British troops were coming

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