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(1):

(n.) A bearing in the form of an oblong rectangle.

(2):

(n.) A short bar of metal, as of gold or iron.

(3):

(n.) An ornament in Norman work, resembling a billet of wood either square or round.

(4):

(n.) A loop which receives the end of a buckled strap.

(5):

(n.) A strap which enters a buckle.

(6):

(v. t.) To direct, by a ticket or note, where to lodge. Hence: To quarter, or place in lodgings, as soldiers in private houses.

(7):

(n.) A small stick of wood, as for firewood.

(8):

(n.) A small paper; a note; a short letter.

(9):

(n.) A ticket from a public officer directing soldiers at what house to lodge; as, a billet of residence.

(10):

(n.) Quarters or place to which one is assigned, as by a billet or ticket; berth; position. Also used fig.