goliard

• Fahrender Gelehrter und Dichter im mittelalterlichen Europa, bekannt für ausschweifendes, zügelloses Leben und für satirische oder obszöne lateinische Lieder.

A wandering scholar in medieval Europe, known for intemperance, riotous behavior, and composing satirical and ribald Latin songs.

1. Medieval wandering scholarC2formalbritish

   A wandering scholar or poet in medieval Europe, known for composing satirical, ribald, and often irreverent Latin songs, and for a lifestyle of intemperance and merrymaking.

   Mittelalterlicher fahrender Gelehrter

   • The goliards were famous for their satirical poems mocking the church.
   • A group of goliards performed a ribald song at the university feast.
   • The writings of the goliards provide a unique glimpse into medieval student life.