chasseur

/ʃasœʁ/

Definitions

1. noun

a member of the French military who is trained for mountain warfare, especially in the French Alps

“The chasseurs played a key role in the defense of the mountain pass.”

2. noun

a skilled hunter, especially a professional one

“The chasseur had tracked the deer for hours before making the kill.”

3. noun

a type of French cavalry unit

“The chasseurs were renowned for their bravery in battle.”

Synonyms

  • hunter
  • tracker

Antonyms

  • game
  • prey