BRAVO Meaning of BRAVO in English 1. int. & n. --int. expressing approval of a performer etc. --n. (pl. -os) a cry of bravo. Etymology: F f. It. 2. n. (pl. -oes or -os) a hired ruffian or killer. Etymology: It.: see BRAVE Oxford English vocab. Оксфордский английский словарь. 2012