Associations to the word «Brevet»
Noun
- Brigadier
- Gallantry
- Colonel
- Lieutenant
- Volunteer
- Bravery
- Adjutant
- General
- Mexican
- Rank
- Major
- Promotion
- Regiment
- Cavalry
- Conduct
- Army
- Captain
- War
- Infantry
- Brigade
- Battle
- March
- Recognition
- Officer
- Service
- Command
- Fusilier
- Fort
- Johnson
- Despatch
- Scott
- Custer
- Senate
- July
- Campaign
- Quartermaster
- Gettysburg
- January
- Commander
- Appointment
- Seniority
- Serving
- Clasp
- Merritt
- Dragoon
- Highlander
- Legate
- Artillery
- Buena
- Territorial
- Guards
- Aptitude
- Hussar
- Aide
- Grade
- Potomac
- Corps
- Yeomanry
- Sheridan
- Lancer
- Grenadier
- Gaines
- Cb
- Royal
- Reginald
Adjective
Wiktionary
BREVET, noun. A military document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily, but without an increase in pay.
BREVET, noun. A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title, or dignity, as in France.
BREVET, noun. An organized, long-distance bicycle ride — not a race, but a test of endurance — which follows a designated but unmarked route passing through check points.
BREVET, verb. To promote by brevet.
Dictionary definition
BREVET, noun. A document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily (but without higher pay).
BREVET, verb. Promote somebody by brevet, in the military.
Wise words
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