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/
Noun
a humorous four-line poem with two rhyming couplets, typically about a person named in the first line
Example:
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He wrote a witty clerihew about his history teacher.
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The poet is known for his collection of humorous clerihews.