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Definition of Breve
1. Noun. A diacritical mark (U-shaped) placed over a vowel to indicate a short sound.
Definition of Breve
1. n. A note or character of time, equivalent to two semibreves or four minims. When dotted, it is equal to three semibreves. It was formerly of a square figure (as thus: &?; ), but is now made oval, with a line perpendicular to the staff on each of its sides; -- formerly much used for choir service.
Definition of Breve
1. a symbol used to indicate a short vowel [n -S]
Medical Definition of Breve
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1. A note or character of time, equivalent to two semibreves or four minims. When dotted, it is equal to three semibreves. It was formerly of a square figure (as thus:), but is now made oval, with a line perpendicular to the staff on each of its sides; formerly much used for choir service.
2. Any writ or precept under seal, issued out of any court.
3. A curved mark [
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