Hypertext Webster Gateway: "chasseur"
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (web1913)
Chasseur \Chas`seur"\, n. [F., a huntsman. See {Chase} to
pursue.]
1. (Mil.) One of a body of light troops, cavalry or infantry,
trained for rapid movements.
2. An attendant upon persons of rank or wealth, wearing a
plume and sword.
The great chasseur who had announced her arrival.
--W. Irving.
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