Word
bard
US/ˈbɑɹd/
UK/bˈɑːd/
Definition
n. a poet, especially one who recites or sings poems at public gatherings. The word comes from ancient Celtic tradition but is now used for any skilled poet.
n. a poet, particularly in ancient Celtic or medieval contexts, who composed and recited verse. In modern usage, it refers to a poet of high skill or one who sings poetry.
Examples
“The bard sang songs about old heroes.”
“The local bard performed traditional ballads at the summer festival.”
“In the romantic tradition, the bard serves as a voice for the people, preserving history through song.”
Examples
simple
“The bard sang songs about old heroes.”
contextual
“The local bard performed traditional ballads at the summer festival.”
complex
“In the romantic tradition, the bard serves as a voice for the people, preserving history through song.”
Real-World Examples
“Homer’s epics feature themes that bards would have performed before.”