vidette
noun
vi·dette
variant spelling of vedette
: a mounted sentinel stationed in advance of pickets
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The vidette was established several years ago by D.O. and J.H. McCarthy.
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San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2022
San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2022
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“Vidette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vidette. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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