minstrel
Translation
minstrel, medieval singer
Examples
The minstrel sang tales of heroic deeds.
The minstrel sang tales of heroic deeds.
Grammar Patterns
a minstrel a medieval singer or musician A minstrel played a lute in the castle courtyard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bard, troubadour, jongleur, musician
Etymology
From Old French 'menestrel' (servant, entertainer), from Latin 'ministerialis' (official, servant).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'minstrel' was like a 'minister' of entertainment for a royal court.