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Limerick
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Simple meaning
What does Limerick mean?
A limerick is a short five-line poem.
Dictionary definition
A short, usually playful poem with five lines and a strong rhythm.
Example sentences
Limerick in a sentence
easy
We wrote a limerick in poetry class.
medium
The limerick had a bouncy rhythm and rhyming lines.
hard
Students counted syllables to see how the limerick created its playful sound.
Synonyms
Words like Limerick
poemA piece of writing that often uses rhythm or rhyme.
verseA line or section of poetry.
Antonyms
Opposite words
essayA piece of writing in paragraphs rather than poetic lines.
reportWriting that gives information instead of poetic rhythm.
Word family
Limerick word family
Base word
limerick
noun
limerick
Base form.
noun
limericks
More than one short five-line poem.
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Practice 1
What does limerick mean?
Limerick means a limerick is a short five-line poem.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to limerick?
A piece of writing that often uses rhythm or rhyme.
Practice 3
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