Historical Entertainment Professions

noun a professional entertainer who performs in a foolish or silly manner to amuse others

• The jester entertained the royal court with his witty jokes and acrobatic skills.
• The jester had everyone in stitches with his hilarious antics at the party.
• That jester is a real clown, always cracking jokes and making everyone laugh.
• She played the role of the jester in the office, lightening the mood with her humor during stressful times.

noun a medieval singer or musician, especially one who sang or recited lyric or heroic poetry to a musical accompaniment

• The minstrel entertained the royal court with his beautiful music.
• The minstrel played some tunes at the local tavern last night.
• That minstrel dude can really shred on the guitar!
• She was like a minstrel, weaving stories with her words.