Rev

Definition	:	Reverend
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What does Rev mean?

Reverend (Rev. or Revd) is a style most often used as a prefix to the names of Christian cleric such as pastor or priest.

Example:
Rev. Fr. Patrick Henry

Adjective:
1. Used as a title or form of address to members of the clergy.
2. Deserving reverence.

Origin:
From Middle French reverend, “worthy of respect” or from Latin reverendus “(he who is) to be respected,” gerundive of revereri.