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Rive Definition & Meaning

rive
verb
  1. tear or be torn violently; "The curtain ripped from top to bottom"; "pull the cooked chicken into strips"
  2. separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument; "cleave the bone"

"Rive" in song lyrics

See how rive is used in real songs:

  • "barge frech rive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "merson rive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "rio grande rive"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "rive"

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Frequently asked questions

What does rive mean?
tear or be torn violently; "The curtain ripped from top to bottom"; "pull the cooked chicken into strips" separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument; "cleave the bone"
What part of speech is rive?
Rive is a verb.
How many definitions does rive have?
Rive has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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