Definition

A person in the past who traveled around to entertain people by singing songs and reciting poetry, often in a medieval setting.

Example

The minstrel sang tales of bravery and love to the gathered crowd.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a minstrel performing at a festival?

Yeah, I think they used to travel around and entertain people with music and stories.

Exactly! It must have been amazing to see a minstrel in person.

I agree, I love the idea of live performances from back then!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Minstrel** → The word originates from Old French *menestrel*, which means a musician or entertainer. It is derived from the Latin *ministerialis*, meaning servant or attendant, which reflects the role of a minstrel as a servant to the court or nobility, providing entertainment through music and poetry.

Memory Tip

Imagine a musician serving at a noble's court, entertaining with songs and stories — that's what a minstrel does.

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