skald

/skɔːld/
noun
  1. A poet in ancient Scandinavia, especially one who composed and recited poems about heroes and kings.
    • The museum displayed a rune stone carved by a famous skald.
    • The skald recited a long poem about the king's bravery in battle.
    • In Norse culture, a skald was highly respected for his memory and skill with words.
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