A warrant from the government, granting a privilege, title, or dignity, as in France.
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.
A military document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily, but without an increase in pay.
An authoritative grant or mark of recognition; a seal of approval.
To promote by brevet.
The order or authority to do something, as granted to a politician by the electorate.
An order by the League of Nations to a member nation to establish a government responsible for a conquered territory, as the colonies of Germany after World War I.
A period during which a government is in power.
Such a territory.
An official or authoritative command; an order or injunction; a commission; a judicial precept; an authorization.
To authorize.
To make mandatory.