n. a document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily but without higher pay; v. promote somebody by the above in the military
Before his retirement they will brevet him to a lieutenant commander.
Before his retirement they will brevet him to a lieutenant commander.
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promote; upgrade; advance; raise; elevate
demote
2 syllables
bre-vet
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