What is the meaning of rave?

noun

  • A dance party that lasts all night and electronically synthesized music is played.
    • usage: "raves are very popular in Berlin"
  • An extravagantly enthusiastic review.
    • usage: "he gave it a rave"

verb

  • Participate in an all-night techno dance party.
  • Talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner.
  • Praise enthusiastically.
    • usage: "She raved about that new restaurant"
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