Meaning Of The Word Chanson de geste

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chanson de geste in American English
any of the Old French epic poems of the 12th to 14th cent., esp. one connected with the exploits of Charlemagne and his knights, as the Chanson de Roland (Song of Roland)
noun: an epic poem written in assonant verse or rhyme about historical or legendary events or figures

chanson de geste in British English
noun: one of a genre of Old French epic poems celebrating heroic deeds, the most famous of which is the Chanson de Roland

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