Bard (bärd), n. [Of Celtic origin; cf. W. bardd, Arm. barz, Ir. & Gael. bard, and F. barde.]
1.
A professional poet and singer, as among the ancient Celts, whose occupation was to compose and sing verses in honor of the heroic achievements of princes and brave men.
2.
Hence: A poet; as, the bard of Avon.
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Bard, Barde (bärd), n. [F. barde, of doubtful origin.]
1.
A piece of defensive (or, sometimes, ornamental) armor for a horse's neck, breast, and flanks; a barb. [Often in the pl.]
2. pl.
Defensive armor formerly worn by a man at arms.
3. (Cookery)
A thin slice of fat bacon used to cover any meat or game.
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Bard, v. t. (Cookery)
To cover (meat or game) with a thin slice of fat bacon.
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