■ noun
1》 a formal assessment of something with the intention of instituting change if necessary.
↘ Law a reconsideration of a judgement or sentence by a higher court or authority.
2》 a critical appraisal of a book, play, or other work.
↘a periodical with critical articles on current events and the arts.
↘a retrospective survey or report.
3》 a ceremonial display and formal inspection of military or naval forces.
4》 a facility for playing a tape recording during a fast wind.
■ verb
1》 carry out or write a ~ of.
2》 inspect again.
Derivatives
~able adjective
~al noun
~er noun
Origin
ME (asnoun): from obs. Fr. reveue , from revoir 'see again'.