Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minstrel
noun
/ˈmɪn.strəl/
Definition
A minstrel is a traveling musician or poet, especially in the medieval times, who performed songs and narratives, often for noble patrons.
Examples
- In the old courtyard, a minstrel played a lute and sang tales of heroic deeds.
- Many minstrels would travel from town to town, sharing stories and songs of their adventures.
- The minstrel’s ballads delighted the audience, capturing the essence of the age.
Meaning
The term refers to entertainers who conveyed stories and music, typically accompanied by instruments.
Synonyms
- bard
- musician
- troubadour
- poet
