griot
/ˈɡriːoʊ/
noun
- A West African historian, storyteller, praise singer, poet, or musician who preserves oral traditions and cultural heritage.
- In many West African cultures, the griot is a respected keeper of family histories.
- The griot recited the epic tale of the kingdom's founding to the gathered villagers.
- She traveled to Senegal to learn from a famous griot about traditional music and storytelling.
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