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minstrel

/ˈmɪnstʁəl/ noun · British & US
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What does minstrel mean?

noun

A medieval musician, especially one who sang and played an instrument, or a person who travels from place to place performing music, singing, or telling stories, often in a romanticized or nostalgic way.

Example

"The minstrel's lively performance brought the entire audience to their feet."

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