adj

marv

Marv (adj) means informal British shorthand for "marvellous"; fantastic or wonderful. Example: “The party was absolutely marv.”

adj

Informal British shorthand for "marvellous"; fantastic or wonderful.

"The party was absolutely marv."

How to use marv

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual British way of saying something is great, short for "marvellous."

When to use it

Very informal and mainly used in British English slang.

Word forms

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Etymology

A clipped, informal form of "marvellous."

Rhymes for marv

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Frequently asked questions

What does “marv” mean?

The word “marv” means informal British shorthand for "marvellous"; fantastic or wonderful. In plain terms, a casual British way of saying something is great, short for "marvellous.".

How do you use “marv” in a sentence?

Here is “marv” used in a sentence: “The party was absolutely marv.”

What part of speech is “marv”?

“Marv” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of marv?

"marv" (adj) means informal British shorthand for "marvellous"; fantastic or wonderful.

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