Meaning
A student at a military school who is training to be an officer.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
Borrowed from French cadet, from Gascon capdet, from Late Latin capitellum (“small head”). Attested in English from 1634. Doublet of caddie, cadeau, cadel, capital, capitellum, and caudillo.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: