Vedettes

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Small, typically light naval vessels used for reconnaissance or patrol missions
2. A type of fast boat often employed in naval operations for surveillance and quick maneuvers
3. Ships designed for agility and speed, serving as scouts or advanced patrols in maritime contexts

Etymology: Vedettes is the plural of vedette, which English took from French, where the word came from Italian "vedetta", meaning "lookout" or "sentry". That Italian term derives from "vedere", "to see", which goes back to Latin "videre".

Synonyms: stars, celebrities