Plural of bard; multiple poets, singers, or storytellers, especially ones celebrated for their artistry.
From 'bard' + plural '-s'. The word 'bard' comes from Gaelic 'bard' and Irish 'bhard,' originally referring to Celtic poets who held high status in society.
In ancient Celtic cultures, bards weren't just entertainers—they were historians, legal authorities, and political figures who could make or break a chieftain's reputation through their songs, making them genuinely powerful.
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