griot

Example:Like a herald, the griot announced the news to the village with great enthusiasm.

Definition:A person who proclaims or announces officially, often associated with the announcement of important events on behalf of a community or clan.

Example:The bard and the griot, both important figures in their respective cultures, play a similar role in preserving history through poetry.

Definition:A poet, especially one who performs poetry orally or who is traditionally associated with the transmission of folklore and cultural traditions.

Example:The bardic poet in the community kept the traditions and histories of their people alive through poetry and story.

Definition:A poet who is traditionally associated with the oral transmission of cultural and historical stories, often linked to the role of a griot.