cuirassier

American  

[kweer-uh-seer] / ˌkwɪər əˈsɪər /

noun

1. a cavalry soldier wearing a cuirass.

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cuirassier British  

/ ˌkwɪərəˈsɪə /

noun

1. a mounted soldier, esp of the 16th century, who wore a cuirass

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Etymology

Origin of cuirassier

From French, dating back to 1545–55; see origin at cuirass, -ier ²

Example Sentences

“I desire no advantage,” rejoined the cuirassier captain.

From The White Gauntlet by Reid, Mayne

M. Beaujour looked very much surprised when Blanche presented Louis to him as her brother; Sylvia, remembering the tall cuirassier with the fierce mustaches that had also been introduced as Blanche’s brother, appreciated his sensations.

From The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett by MacKenzie, Compton

The steed of the cuirassier recoiled from the impetus of his more powerful adversary.

From The White Gauntlet by Reid, Mayne

“No offence, I hope, young gallant?” replied the cuirassier captain.

From The White Gauntlet by Reid, Mayne

James Ballantyne got me one very handsome bright steel cuirassier of Queen Elizabeth's time, and two less perfect, for �20—dog cheap; they make a great figure in the armory.

From Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 by Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson)