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brevet

/bɹəˈvɛt/

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noun

Brevet

A military document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily, but without an increase in pay.

Examples :

"During the tough battle, Captain Miller received a brevet to the rank of Major, allowing him to command the battalion, though his salary remained the same as a Captain. "

Durante la dura batalla, el capitán Miller recibió un brevet al rango de Mayor, lo que le permitió comandar el batallón, aunque su salario siguió siendo el mismo que el de un capitán.

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noun

Patente, título

A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title, or dignity, as in France.

Examples :

""In 18th-century France, a successful merchant might receive a brevet from the King, granting him the title of 'Count' and elevating his social standing." "

En la Francia del siglo XVIII, un comerciante exitoso podría recibir una patente del Rey, otorgándole el título de 'Conde' y elevando su posición social.

government royal title

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noun

Una ruta ciclista organizada de larga distancia, no una carrera, sino una prueba de resistencia, que sigue una ruta designada pero sin marcar, pasando por puntos de control

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.

Examples :

"Next weekend, the cycling club is organizing a brevet through the countryside. "

El próximo fin de semana, el club de ciclismo organiza una ruta ciclista de larga distancia por el campo.

sport vehicle action event achievement

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verb

Promover por brevet

To promote by brevet.

Examples :

"Because of his outstanding performance, the company decided to brevet him to a higher position, even though a formal opening wasn't available yet. "

Debido a su desempeño sobresaliente, la empresa decidió promoverlo por brevet a un puesto superior, aunque aún no había una vacante formal disponible.

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