Definitions

1. noun

a medieval poet or musician who sang or recited stories, especially of chivalrous deeds, often accompanying themselves on a guitar or other instrument

“The troubadour’s performances of medieval ballads were incredibly popular.”

2. noun

a person, especially a singer or musician, who travels from place to place performing music, especially folk music, often with a romantic or nostalgic theme

“The young singer was a modern-day troubadour, traveling from town to town with his guitar.”