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Is a limerick anything but Irish?

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Anonymous

∙ 14y ago
Updated: 3/22/2024

While limericks are often associated with Irish culture, they are not exclusively Irish. The form of a limerick, defined by its five lines and AABBA rhyme scheme, can be found in poetry from various cultures and languages.

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