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Meaning of 'brevet' (Webster Dictionary)

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

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