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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. "

Pendant la bataille difficile, le capitaine Miller a reçu un brevet au grade de major, ce qui lui a permis de commander le bataillon, bien que son salaire soit resté le même que celui d'un capitaine.

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noun

Brevet, titre

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." "

Dans la France du XVIIIe siècle, un marchand prospère pouvait recevoir un brevet du roi, lui accordant le titre de 'Comte' et élevant son statut social.

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noun

Une randonnée cycliste organisée sur longue distance — pas une course, mais un test d'endurance — qui suit un itinéraire désigné mais non balisé, avec des points de contrôle

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. "

Le week-end prochain, le club cycliste organise un brevet à travers la campagne.

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verb

Promouvoir par 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. "

En raison de ses performances exceptionnelles, l'entreprise a décidé de le promouvoir par brevet à un poste supérieur, même si aucun poste officiel n'était encore disponible.

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