a medieval poet and musician who sang or recited while accompanying himself on a stringed instrument, either as a member of a noble household or as an itinerant troubadour.

a musician, singer, or poet.

one of a troupe of comedians, usually white men made up as black performers, presenting songs, jokes, etc.

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bard , entertainer , gleeman , harper , jongleur , musician , performance , player , poet , show , singer , troubadour