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brevets

/ˈbɹɛvɪts/ /ˈbɹɛvɛts/

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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 war, many officers received brevets, allowing them to command larger units despite their actual pay grade remaining the same. "

Pendant la guerre, de nombreux officiers ont reçu des brevets, leur permettant de commander des unités plus importantes, bien que leur grade de solde réel soit resté le même.

military government war

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noun

Brevet, titre

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

Examples :

"The French king granted the prestigious title of "Count" through a series of brevets. "

Le roi de France a accordé le titre prestigieux de "Comte" par une série de brevets.

government royal title history

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noun

Brevet, randonnée cycliste longue distance organisée

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 :

"My friend trains hard for brevets; he enjoys the challenge of long-distance cycling and testing his limits. "

Mon ami s'entraîne dur pour les brevets ; il apprécie le défi du cyclisme longue distance et de tester ses limites.

sport vehicle action achievement