Definition of "brava" [brava]

• Used to express approval of a woman, especially for a performance. (interjection)
• A shout or cry of "brava.” (noun)

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• "Unfortunately, the name "Venta de brava" is not on Google earth's database."
• "I was clapping wildly and shouting "brava" to Rosie Perez on Sunday during the curtain call for The Ritz when two cast members stepped forward and announced something that left me stunned."
• "Jeers and yells from the orchestra, but strangely from the gallery come the cries of "brava" and "bis" demanding an encore."