Jongleur

Pronunciation: /ʒɑŋɡlər/

Definitions of jongleur

noun a medieval entertainer who traveled from place to place, performing juggling, acrobatics, and other entertainments

Example Sentences

A1 The jongleur entertained the crowd with juggling and magic tricks.

A2 The jongleur traveled from town to town, performing at fairs and festivals.

B1 The jongleur's skills as a performer were highly sought after by nobles and royalty.

B2 The jongleur's repertoire included not only juggling and magic, but also storytelling and music.

C1 The jongleur's ability to captivate an audience was unmatched, making him a favorite at royal courts.

C2 The jongleur's performances were a blend of artistry and entertainment, showcasing his mastery of multiple talents.

Examples of jongleur in a Sentence

formal The jongleur entertained the royal court with his impressive juggling skills.

informal The jongleur wowed the crowd with his juggling act.

slang That jongleur is a real pro at tossing those objects in the air.

figurative She was a jongleur of words, effortlessly weaving tales that captivated her audience.

Grammatical Forms of jongleur

• past tense: jongleured
• plural: jongleurs
• comparative: more jongleur
• superlative: most jongleur
• present tense: juggles
• future tense: will juggle
• perfect tense: has juggled
• continuous tense: is juggling
• singular: jongleur
• positive degree: jongleur
• infinitive: to juggle
• gerund: juggling
• participle: juggled

Origin and Evolution of jongleur

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'jongleur' originated from Old French, derived from the Latin word 'joculator' meaning 'entertainer' or 'jester'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe traveling minstrels or entertainers who performed music, poetry, and acrobatics, the term 'jongleur' evolved over time to refer to a professional entertainer or performer in medieval Europe. Eventually, the term fell out of use as the role of entertainers changed and new words like 'juggler' and 'entertainer' emerged.