Associations to the word «Brevet»

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

Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated by the inaudible language of the heart.
Martin Luther King Jr.