Definitions

1. noun

In Germanic cultures, a zieger is a type of traveling minstrel or musician. They were known for their storytelling and singing abilities.

“The village elder was visited by a zieger who entertained the community with tales of their ancestors.”

2. proper noun

Zieger can also refer to a German surname or a place name, possibly derived from the Middle High German word ‘ziegen’, meaning ‘goat’ or ‘she-goat’.

“The Zieger family has lived in the same town for generations.”