n. The art or occupation of minstrels; singing and playing in the manner of a minstrel; lyrical song and music.n. An assemblage or company of minstrels; a body of singers and players.n. A collection of instruments used by minstrels.n. A collection or body of lyrical songs and ballad poetry, such as were sung by minstrels: as, Scott's “Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border.”