Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the bard
noun
/ðə bɑrd/
Definition
A poet, especially a lyric poet, traditionally a storyteller or composer of verses.
Examples
- Shakespeare is often celebrated as the greatest bard in English literature.
- The bard recited tales of ancient heroes and their adventures.
Meaning
The term ‘bard’ is often used to refer to poets who compose and recite epic or heroic poems, particularly in the context of ancient or medieval cultures. The most renowned bard in English literature is William Shakespeare, often referred to as ‘the Bard of Avon.’
Synonyms
- poet
- minstrel
- troubadour
- verse-maker
