Dictionary entry

Chasseur

Webster's Dictionary 1913

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.