Brevet /(brē̇*vĕt"; 277)/

1. A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title, or dignity. [French usage]. [French usage]
2. A commission giving an officer higher rank than that for which he receives pay; an honorary promotion of an officer. (Mil.)

imp. & p. p. Brevetted; p. pr. & vb. n. Brevetting

1. To confer rank upon by brevet. (Mil.)

1. Taking or conferring rank by brevet; as, a brevet colonel; a brevet commission. (Mil.)