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Pronunciation: /rɪˈviːl/

Definition of reveal

[with object]

make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others:Brenda was forced to reveal Robbie’s whereabouts [with clause]:he revealed that he had received death threats
cause or allow (something) to be seen:the clouds were breaking up to reveal a clear blue sky
make (something) known to humans by divine or supernatural means:the truth revealed at the Incarnation

(in a film or television programme) a final revelation of information that has previously been kept from the characters or viewers:the big reveal at the end of the movie answers all questions

Derivatives

late Middle English: from Old French reveler or Latin revelare, from re- 'again' (expressing reversal) + velum 'veil'

Definition of reveal in the US English dictionary

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