noun
billet
A small written note or ticket.
She received a brief billet inviting her to visit.
Etymology
The French word names a small written note or ticket. English preserves that compact-document sense, which also underlies uses involving written orders or notices.
More examples
- The old novel describes a folded billet passed across the table.
- He tucked the billet into his coat pocket.
- The archive preserved a handwritten billet from the officer.
Forms
billet · billets