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brivet

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • brĭvʹĭt
  • /ˈbɹɪvɪt/

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verb

Meaning 1

To wander an area, or look through items, without specific purpose or to satisfy idle curiosity, especially in a furtive and illicit manner.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, West-Midlands, intransitive

Examples

  • Once Melanie had left the house, I entered her bedroom and began to brivet around.

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Antonyms: none provided

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