Words Containing Brevet
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Definition of brevet
- n. - A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title,
or dignity. [French usage].
- n. - A commission giving an officer higher rank than that for
which he receives pay; an honorary promotion of an officer.
- v. t. - To confer rank upon by brevet.
- a. - Taking or conferring rank by brevet; as, a brevet colonel;
a brevet commission.
- n. - A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title,
or dignity. [French usage].
- n. - A commission giving an officer higher rank than that for
which he receives pay; an honorary promotion of an officer.
- v. t. - To confer rank upon by brevet.
- a. - Taking or conferring rank by brevet; as, a brevet colonel;
a brevet commission.