Meaning of the word clerihew in English

What does clerihew mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

clerihew

US /ˈkler.ɪ.hjuː/
UK /ˈkler.ɪ.hjuː/
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Noun

a humorous four-line poem with two rhyming couplets, typically about a person named in the first line

Example:
He wrote a witty clerihew about his history teacher.
The poet is known for his collection of humorous clerihews.