Did you arrive at a pub on a tour of a local area to find everyone singing, there once was a girl from Nantucket? What is the meaning and origin of this limerick? A long time ago meaning | Common English Idioms #shorts. The exact origin of this limerick remains unknown. Try these physics jokes. Nell Rose (author) from England on March 09, 2012: Thanks Lee, really funny! For Paw, cos Nans dealings Little Miss Muffet sat on a tuffet, Her clothes all tattered and torn. Linda Bilyeu from Orlando, FL on August 24, 2012: Nell Rose (author) from England on June 09, 2012: Hi tony, glad you liked it! Cruz responded by reciting the opening line of an infamous dirty limerick that utilizes certain phrases which rhyme with "Nantucket." Earlier this year, as Cruz's state of Texas faced devastating winter storms that decimated its independent power grid, the Senator flew to sunny Cancn, Mexico as hundreds of his constituents froze to death. There was a young fellow from Belfast / That I wanted so badly to tell fast / Not to climb up the stair / As the top step was air / And thats why the young fellow fell fast. As he wiped off his chin, if my mouth was a cunt I could fuck it. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) responded to President Joe Biden's Thanksgiving plans with the first line of a limerick, and Twitter users thought it was a poetic self-own. Who kept all his cash in a bucket. (B) Da da dum da da dum Nell Rose (author) from England on May 11, 2012: Hi Sue, lol! on Nantucket, And I fell for that man from Nantucket. lol! They clang together Your limericks are humorous and smart and just the right amount of naughty. lol glad you liked it, I was just in a funny mood! He stumped bare down the lane. A flea and a fly in a flue / Were imprisoned, so what could they do? Stole the money and ran, Funny Jokes. Nell Rose (author) from England on September 19, 2010: Hi, Sligo, thanks for reading it, I thought you might appreciate this one! Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554, or email your limerick. Female versionThere once was a girl from Nantucket. Ran away with a man, If you will just roll over, And he said to the man, I have no abilities like this, but I am so happy to read your work. Besides Iowa, read up on the funniest jokes about all 50 states. What an entertaining hub you wrote. There was a young man of Nantucket There was a young man from Tahiti Who went for a swim with his sweetie, And as he pursued her A blind barracuda Ran off with his masculinity. With the help of her hound. Some old skool bad jokes and limericks from when I was a kid. Its a common limerick, and many people know it and use it hundreds of years later. And I do mean years because, while I recognized some, others I wasn't 'exposed' to in school nor were my children. There once was a lady named Ferris / Whom nothing could ever embarrass. Did she think on that bucket He utterly lacked, / He set out one day / In a relative way / And returned on the previous night. Demas W Jasper from Today's America and The World Beyond on April 04, 2020: Good response, Paula, but you have done even better, as Nell will probably attest. Its clean version is about a man who keeps his change in a bucket. Grabbed the bucket and ran, dont Juneau. Pa found Nan dealing in Wheeling. Merry Meet My Friends here's to the Ale and the Bawdiness! It was winter, alas. Along came his wife, As well as the man Ivorwen from Hither and Yonder on August 18, 2010: These are so funny! There was a young girl of Cape Cod And as for the bucket, Nantucket! But the banister broke Than ever went in at your mouth.'. Martin Kloess from San Francisco on June 01, 2012: Nell Rose (author) from England on May 13, 2012: Hi Larry, lol! Thank You. brilliant Paula! And she was getting old, And as for the bucket Nantucket. And he found his dick in his pocket! Who thought hed at last found a tight un. ha ha. Mohan Kumar from UK on December 22, 2010: Thanks for the laughs. And the other was big and won prizes. I of course, know that you will be very sensible and just add sweet little poems! When Nan and her man I found this extremely entertaining, thanks for the laughs. There was no need for your man to jack it. A nanny left home for Nantucket, Sure, Nan and her man left and tucket Required fields are marked *. Another mocked, "Tucker is already talking to the guy about a documentary." Another broke into poetry, tweeting, "There once was a man from nantucket. Go to Jokes r/Jokes . Read up on even more bad jokes youll just have to laugh at. Some of these funny limericks might need a second read! Since the original use of the phrase, it underwent several changes and alterations into many versions. Suelynn from Manitoba, Canada on May 11, 2012: Hi Nell, LOVE this hub! Learn how your comment data is processed. Oh wait a minute; I just remembered that I don't frequent pubs. "There once was a girl from Nantucket" is the first line of a limerick about a girl who did not have her fare. So to save himself trouble It wasnt his but Pawtucket lol, love it! Nell Rose (author) from England on February 17, 2017: LOL! I love a good limerick and in particular those of Lear which I think were very clever. kathryn1000 from London on October 12, 2010: Really good.Must read them again if the winter blues strike/. Nell Rose (author) from England on September 02, 2010: Hi, Micky, ha ha I am glad you liked it, I was going to be ruder but thought I had better not! Peter Chubb, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, Pa went back to Nantucket, Yep, its awhole bunch of limericks thatll have you clicking to shrink your browser. All three of the A lines must rhyme with each other, and the two B lines must also rhyme with each other. ha ha. There was a young man from Brighton Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. thanks! Knock Knock
Who's there! Suzie from Carson City on April 03, 2020: Hello again, NellPerspy actually challenged me to come back here & write a limerick! Thank you for a beautiful and funny hub! I do wish I could write limericks. There once was a girl named Louise Who peed whenever she sneezed. There once was a man from Nantucket Whose dick was so long he could suck it To save a lot of trouble He put it in double But instead of cumming, he went! Bill Briggs, Tusseyville, PA. Before Nan lifted that cash and bucket Who had one so long he could suck it. Ill have nothing but love left to give. boyfriend and he was wearing a his College T-Shi. He bent it in double, Princeton Tiger But he followed the pair to Pawtucket, The man and the girl with the bucket; And he said to the man, He was welcome to Nan, But as for the bucket, Pawtucket. The Princeton Tiger by Prof. Dayton Voorhees shows us the following. Some outbound links on this webpage may be affiliate links to help us generate revenue from commissions. The limerick where the line is from was first written for the Princeton Tiger in 1902. To check on a bird Who had ears of different sizes There once was a runner named Dwight / Who could speed even faster than light. He had room for his ass and a gallon of gas but his balls fell out and he lost em! But his daughter, named Nan, Ran away with a man And as for the bucket, Nantucket! " There once was a man from Nantucket " is the first line in many limericks. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window). And as for the bucket, Manhasset. When she ran out of these There was a young lady of Louth, Who returned from a trip in the South; Her father said: 'Nelly, There's more in your belly. lol! They are tough to write and I never can! Suzette Walker from Taos, NM on September 01, 2011: These are great! I can tick it! Who kept all of his cash in a bucket, raisingme from Fraser Valley, British Columbia on August 22, 2010: What fun, I haven't read or written a limerick in years. and see Mhatter99 too. Thanks for the post. Inside this room
Though the paper was thin, I am going to forward this to my brother-in-law, 'cause I know he will get a kick out of it! All of are parties were bawdy and limericks were a fixture that induced competition and mixed well with the mud, the blood and the beer. this.. Quite a few of these were new to me. Where songs were sung, and the bawdiness of the drunken man and the strumpet inn keeper's daughter brought a new type of poetry mixed with hilarity and this is what made the chorus change and of course brought us the famous Limerick .All because people had had too much to drink!. Rating: 3 /5 (3 Votes) or Email Friend The cash and the bucket, Pawtucket. Pa said, I dont have that bucket, Nantucket. An insomniac young fellow named Hatches Took a room in a whorehouse in Natchez He still tossed and turned half the night, but he learned How to manage by sleeping in snatches. :)))) (fab. Just what I needed to perk me up and make me smile. The specific origin of the limerick is unknown, likely spoken between ancestral friends long before ever being written down. Who hiked up her nightie You found some choice ones there, Nell! However, most of them are explicit language, and we doubt you want to hear any of them. these are funny! PK. Continue with Recommended Cookies. Happy St. Patrick's Day! These (above the belt) mixture of limericks of English drunkards with the (sober? There once was a girl named Irene / Who lived on distilled kerosene / But she started absorbing / A new hydrocarbon / And since then has never benzene. Sooo Shorry, too much tooo drinkkkkkk! Here is a small collection of some of the most popular funny limericks: There once was a man called Reg, ha ha thanks again nell. (A) Da da dum da da dum da da dum. A girl goes to her doctor and says "Doctor Doctor, I have a Y on my beast"
glad it made you laugh! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/There_once_was_a_man_from_Nantucket Still, that's not definitive. When the owner saw Pa There once was a man from Nantucket Whose cock was so long he could suck it He said with a grin Wiping sperm from his chin If my ear was a cunt I could Fuck it! Another great hub, my dear! The book was a huge success, not only makingthe authorpopular, but also boosting the limerick into popular culture across the world. He said with a grin
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"If my ear were a cunt I would fuck it! Now, the limerick is so popular that many ribald versions have been written, as well as commonly been told as a stand-alone joke, related to something obscene. It's based upon a poem about a man who was blessed. There are dozens of examples of rhyming the last word in the limerick. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Allow Necessary Cookies & Continue A keen scented veteran of Tachoma, We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Ill get my dog Rover, That tested their mettle. This is the sort of funny limerick Einstein might come up with! Twas Roger, the lodger, by God! I need a front door for my hall, Frequently, limerick examples. This is a naughty one.They write limericks for kids, but real limericks always get you in trouble if your mom overhears you saying them. With a colourful lack of restraint! Who had a magnificent ass; This has no impact on the price you pay :). 507 0 obj
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There was a young fellow named Bob. Doggy-style was not his game How to spell the potato has tried / Many minds, sometimes mine, Ill confide. He pleasured his bitch licking and kissing, Nell Rose (author) from England on March 17, 2014: Hi Crystal, lol! There was an Old Man of Nantucket. But this year theycame up a little dry and given today is all about having a bit of a laugh we had to reach deep into the archives forsomething a little different. Jokes are a story or narrative based on fiction or fact that are a short As an Amazon Associate this website may earn from qualifying purchases. Who danced the fandango on skates. They asked for a fare, Voted up. Yeah! And said Jewels, Dad, tell me where you stuck it. If youd like a nice pearl endstream
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<. For since he was lam Funny limericks have been embraced by many countries around the world, but they have a special place in Irish culture. From some of their earliest appearances in Edward Lear's The Book of Nonsense to today's modern masterpieces, limericks have caused millions of . As a result, using the explicit and misogynistic versions of the limerick on social platforms could land you in a lot of trouble with the woke mob. 1 Let's start with a few basics. Lori Colbo from United States on September 21, 2011: Nell Rose (author) from England on September 09, 2011: Hi, Dustin, appreciate it! It was grey, had long ears, and ate grass. His nuts were made out of brass, Thanks to those who have contributed theirs, more are always welcome a they are very good. There once was a man from Nantucket, Whose cock was so long he could suck it. Send us your limericks viahey@metro.co.uk or Tweet us on Twitter @MetroUK and well dd them in. Who thought babies were fashioned by God, Check out my 4 minute demo: Editor's Note: Be sure to check out my blog at michaelbissell.com/blog I think the editors are more prudish than they used to be. Rob Keister, Fountain Valley, CA, Why all the fuss bout this bucket? ha ha cheers nell. But of course, don't you know, the gentility is but a mask, and the funniest jokes are off-color! On Nantucket, the island I live, That the street door was partially closed. and took the motto of Philli, "limericks can be traced back in history", but noting for me, cause i'd piss a streak, as in 'limericks' not so naughty, i know, my might and arms are night sticks, they glow. But Pa still owns land However, I did not know about its root. Twitter users have trolled Republican Texas Senator Ted Cruz after he referenced a dirty limerick poem in relation to the upcoming travels of Democratic President Joe Biden. There once was a girl in the choir / Whose voice rose up hoir and hoir, / Till it reached such a height / It went clear out of seight, / And they found it next day in the spoir. . He said with a grin haha! Nobody has ever accused me of being a poet before. %PDF-1.5
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A dirty, old man from Nantucket. Is algebra fruitless endeavor? Funny Limericks: They Can Be Hard to Find! Hick! There once was a man from Nantucket / Who kept all his cash in a bucket / His daughter, named Nan / Ran away with a man / And as for the bucket, Nantucket. Next, take a step back from the funniest jokes and check out these inspirational poems. He was welcome to Nan, There once was a man from Nantucket Who kept all his cash in a bucket He has a daughter named Nan Who ran away with a man And as for the bucket, Nan tuck it romulusnr 7 yr. ago I DVed but then found out that you might be right. Your email address will not be published. Report as inappropriate 11/26/2017 This Yelper's account has been closed. Ron U. Austin, TX 826 friends 768 reviews An elderly man comes in to see his Doctor. thanks Audrey! and you did cover up those words! Nell Rose (author) from England on August 18, 2010: Hi, Ivorwen, ha ha that's great, I love limericks we have always made up some at home, and I was in a funny mood! Sports. See answer (1) Copy. These funny limericks use their bouncy rhyme scheme to explore concepts like math, science, and philosophy, and the twisty, punny verses will get you thinkingand giggling! Thanks Lizzy! Limericks are always good, racy fun. Fly across the Internet seas and join us whenever possible! Heres one from me hope you find it funny.. Once was a dog with hind leg missing, Just to prove that I do have a bit of culture in me, I thought I would add a few famous limericks by the poet Edward Lear! Who collected his shrooms in a bucket thanks for the read, cheers nell. Pawtucket Times, Well, Nan settled down in Assonet. Nell Rose (author) from England on April 29, 2012: Hi Larry, haha! Concave or convex,
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but boy, was it a bitch to keep clean. However, the limerick is the common mans version of poetry. your a poet but I bet you didn't know it! and you can stop blushing now! But as for the bucket, Pawtucket. Nell Rose (author) from England on October 13, 2010: Hi, kathryn, glad you enjoyed them, and thanks nell. You can have six inches more! The star violinist was bowing; / The quarrelsome oarsmen were rowing. Which is situated in the southern part of the country. Sharon Graves, El Dorado, AR, That bucket was soon found in Juneau, Valheim Genshin Impact Minecraft Pokimane Halo Infinite Call of Duty: Warzone Path of Exile Hollow Knight: Silksong Escape from Tarkov Watch Dogs: Legion. Who was doing his wife on the stair I am glad you liked it! The Urban Dictionary listed the limerick for the first time in 2006. You can use there once was a Girl from Nantucket in several social situations. yes Larry is quite the poet don't you think? He bought bees with the money, Or you could try some of these funny poems instead. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He said with a grin As he wiped off his chin, "If my ear were . All Rights Reserved. There was a man from Bangore, 469 0 obj
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Who found a dead whore in a cave. Chicago Tribune lol! 'Nantucket Man is all of us' "The man in Nantucket who gave Joe Biden the middle finger today has a higher approval rating than Joe Biden," one person joked. Now it goes to school with her, Between two chunks of bread. There was a man from Nantucket Whose cock was so long he could suck it He said with a grin As he wiped off his chin If my ear were a cunt I could fuck it! I feel like writing a few myself. Because of reader demands, we again issue the challenge our readers to write their own chapters. (Only rhymes in the form of limericks will be accepted. And the cash that it held caused a row, Nell Rose (author) from England on November 30, 2012: Thanks owner, glad you liked it, and I love your little limerick! Nell Rose (author) from England on August 22, 2010: Hi, raisingme, I was going to get ruder then I thought better of it! Has rendered him nutless, We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices. lol glad you liked it, cheers nell. A strange young fellow from Leeds The opening line is so well known that it has been used as a stand-alone joke, implying upcoming obscenities. Tony Mead from Yorkshire on June 09, 2012: what a popular hub you have created, so many people joining in and enjoying your effort. Meaning "There once was a girl from Nantucket" is a limerick talking about a girl that didn't have her fare. She said, "It's a sin, But now that it's in, Could you shove it a few inches higher? There once was a man from Bel Air Who was doing his wife on the stair But the banister broke So he doubled his stroke And finished her off in mid-air A strange young fellow from Leeds Rashly. Al Gini, Loyola University Chicago . Math not your thing? As you probably think But the money he earned, Mantucket When Nan and her man went a stealing, So she lifted her dress and said f*** it!. Liz Elias from Oakley, CA on February 17, 2017: ROFL! We recommend our users to update the browser. thanks for reading, nell. were 2 doors, and 2 caged talking - tigers. Where he still held the cash as an asset, And now there's little Franky. Nantucket is in fact a real place, based in Massachusetts, USA. Manage Settings document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. There once was a girl from Nantucket is the first line from a limerick about a girl who couldnt pay her fare, so she provided a sexual favour instead. If youre looking for more tongue twisters, we have some of the hardest ones in the English language. Wherever did you find them all? A chap who lived in New Guinea, and the doctor says "well how did it get there" and she says "I was doing my