In literature, what does the term 'Limerick' refer to?

• In literature, the term 'Limerick' refers to - A five-line humorous poem with a distinct rhyme scheme.

• Limerick
- English Meaning: Limerick is a funny poem of five lines; It is a form of light verse.
- Bangla meaning: কৌতুকপূর্ণ পঞ্চপদী ছড়া; মূলত এটি হচ্ছে পাঁচ লাইনের মজার ছড়া।

• Example of Limerick:
'There was an Old Man who supposed
That the street door was partially closed.
But some very large rats
Ate his coats and his hats,
While that futile Old Gentleman dozed.'

Source: Britannica.