English Explanatory Dictionary

vedette

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sentinel, usually on horseback, stationed on the outpost of an army, to watch an enemy and give notice of danger.
  2. A cabaret performer, usually the main female artist of a show.

Pronunciation

/vəˈdɛt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-vedette.wav

Word forms

vedette vedettes vidette

Etymology

From French vedette.

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