·vt To confer rank upon by brevet.
II. Brevet ·adj Taking or conferring rank by brevet; as, a brevet colonel; a brevet commission.
III. Brevet ·noun A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title, or dignity. [French usage].
IV. Brevet ·noun A commission giving an officer higher rank than that for which he receives pay; an honorary promotion of an Officer.