vedette
/vəˈdɛt/ or /vɛˈdɛt/Definitions
1. noun
A person who is famous or well-known, often in a particular field or industry.
“The actress was considered a vedette of the Hollywood film scene.”
2. noun
A prominent or leading figure in a particular activity, organization, or movement.
“The musician became a vedette of the local music scene after releasing her debut album.”
3. noun
A soldier or officer who serves as a scout or reconnaissance officer.
“The army unit had a vedette to gather intelligence on enemy positions.”
4. noun
A lookout or observer, especially one stationed in a high place to watch for enemy movements or to signal the approach of friendly forces.
“The vedette on the hill spotted the enemy forces approaching the town.”