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.

 

© Webster 1913.

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