Definition of bard

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bard ¹    (bärd) KEY  

NOUN:

1. One of an ancient Celtic order of minstrel poets who composed and recited verses celebrating the legendary exploits of chieftains and heroes.
2. A poet, especially a lyric poet.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English, from Irish and Scottish Gaelic bard, and from Welsh bardd; see g^wer- ² in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
bardic (Adjective)

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