Chās'seur, n.

(shās'sûr), n. [Fr., a huntsman, from chasser, to hunt. See CHASE, v. t.]

1. (Mil.) One of a body of cavalry, light and active, trained for rapid movements.
2. An attendant upon persons of rank or wealth, wearing a plume and sword in the military style. “The great chasseur who had announced her arrival.” W. Irving.