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bard
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- pronunciation:
- bard
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
in ancient Celtic times, a person who composed and recited or sang epic poetry.
The bard sang of ancient battles and conquests. |
| definition 2: |
the English poet and dramatist William Shakespeare (prec. by "the").
The sonnet beginning with "Shall I compare thee with a summer's day?" is one of the bard's most famous and popular. |
| related words: |
minstrel |
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| derivation: |
bardic (adj.) |
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