Similar words: rivet, drive, river, riven, privet, derive, strive, driver. Meaning: [raɪv] 
v. 1. tear or be torn violently 2. separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument.
v. 1. tear or be torn violently 2. separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument. 31. The third bridge over the Yangtze Rive has also started construction.