/ʃas/; /ʃɑːs/ or /ʃɑː/ (UK) /ʃæs/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

A hunting party, especially one organized by a French aristocrat.

“The chasse was led by the duke and consisted of several hundred horsemen and hounds.”

2. noun

A short, energetic dance movement, especially one in the style of the 19th-century French ballet.

“The ballet troupe’s performance featured a lively chasse sequence.”

3. verb

To chase or hunt, especially with a pack of dogs.

“The hunters chassed the deer across the forest.”

4. verb

To dance or move with a lively, energetic step.

“The ballerina chassed across the stage, her tutu fluttering behind her.”

5. verb

To search or hunt for something, especially with a sense of urgency.

“The detectives chassed for clues to solve the case.”