Bard
/bɑːrd/noun
A poet, often one who composes and recites epic or heroic poems.
Did you know?The tradition of bards in ancient Celtic culture was so revered that they were considered the keepers of history and prophecy, wielding immense power through their words.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʷer-
“to sing or cry out.”
Ancient Celtic
Old Celtic
*bardos
“a poet or singer, associated with oral tradition.”
Middle Welsh
Middle Welsh
bardd
“a poet or minstrel, especially one who sings of heroic deeds.”
Old French
Old French
bard
“a poet or singer, often associated with the court.”
14th Century
Middle English
bard
“a poet or minstrel, especially one who recites tales of valor.”
Modern English
English
bard
“a poet, particularly one who composes and performs epic poems.”
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