Chanson De Geste (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun, plural chan·sons de geste [shahn-sawnduh-zhest]. /ʃɑ̃ sɔ̃ də ˈʒɛst/.
  1. (in medieval French literature) an epic poem written in assonant verse or rhyme about historical or legendary events or figures.
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  1. one of a genre of Old French epic poems celebrating heroic deeds, the most famous of which is the Chanson de Roland
Chanson De Geste (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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