VEDETTE


Meaning of VEDETTE in English

[ vɪ'dɛt ]

■ noun

1》 historical a mounted sentry positioned beyond an army's outposts to observe the movements of the enemy.

2》 chiefly N. Amer. a stage or film star.

Origin

C17: from Fr., lit. 'scout'.

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