breve
noun
ˈbrēv 
ˈbrev
ˈbrev 1
: a note equivalent to two whole notes
2
: a curved mark ˘ used to indicate a short vowel or a short or unstressed syllable
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Bifidobacterium breve is a type of probiotic that is found in food and supplements. 
The Salt Lake Tribune, 3 June 2022 Bifidobacterium breve may also improve mental health. The Salt Lake Tribune, 3 June 2022 It’s made with Irish cream, vanilla breve (which is steamed half and half) and six shots of espresso. Black Rock Coffee Bar opened March 19, 2021 at 7900 Woodbridge Parkway in Sachse. Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 25 Mar. 2021
The Salt Lake Tribune, 3 June 2022 Bifidobacterium breve may also improve mental health. The Salt Lake Tribune, 3 June 2022 It’s made with Irish cream, vanilla breve (which is steamed half and half) and six shots of espresso. Black Rock Coffee Bar opened March 19, 2021 at 7900 Woodbridge Parkway in Sachse. Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 25 Mar. 2021 Word History
Etymology
Middle English brefe, from Medieval Latin, from neuter of brevis brief — more at brief
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing breve
Kids Definition
breve
noun
ˈbrēv
ˈbrev
: a mark ˘ placed over a vowel to show that the vowel is short