rep
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛp// UK //ɹˈɛp// rep
n. a short way of saying 'representative' or 'reputation'. You use it when talking about someone who works for a company or how people see your character.
n. a shortened form of 'representative' or 'reputation'. Informal in register; the sense of 'reputation' is often used in social or competitive contexts to describe one's standing.
The sales rep is coming to the office today.
He has a rep for being the toughest coach in the league, but his players respect him.
Maintaining a solid rep in this industry requires more than just talent; it demands a consistent track record of meeting deadlines and managing client expectations effectively.
Usage
Commonly used as a clipping of 'representative' in business or 'reputation' in social slang.