noun
- mounted sentries stationed in advance of an outpost to watch for the enemy
Usage: military; historical
Examples
- The cavalry sent videttes ahead to scout the enemy’s position.
- Videttes were posted on the hilltops to watch for approaching troops.
- The general ordered his videttes to report any movement in the valley.
- During the Civil War, videttes played a crucial role in gathering intelligence.
- The videttes signaled back to camp when they spotted the enemy column.
- Two videttes remained on duty throughout the night watch.