1. A man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores
   "The chasseur answered the door and took the guests' coats";
   - footman
    
2. (historical) a member of a light cavalry or infantry unit, trained for rapid movement
   "The chasseurs were known for their mobility on the battlefield"
    
3. A male servant or attendant wearing a special uniform, typically in a hotel
   "The chasseur greeted guests at the entrance of the grand hotel"

1. (culinary) prepared or served in a style involving a sauce made with mushrooms and shallots
   "He ordered the chicken chasseur, a classic French dish"

Derived forms: chasseurs

Type of: adult male, bozo [N. Amer, informal], cat [N. Amer, informal], chappie [Brit, informal], geezer [Brit, informal], guy [informal], hombre [N. Amer, informal], houseboy, man, manservant, sod [informal]

Encyclopedia: Chasseur