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meme
[meem]
noun
a cultural item that is transmitted by repetition and replication in a manner analogous to the biological transmission of genes.
a cultural item in the form of an image, video, phrase, etc., that is spread via the internet and often altered in a creative or humorous way.
verb (used without object)
to create and spread memes.
He spends a lot of time memeing and sharing his videos with friends.
verb (used with object)
to make the subject of a meme.
cute cats that get memed.
meme
/ miːm /
noun
an idea or element of social behaviour passed on through generations in a culture, esp by imitation
Word History and Origins
Origin of meme1
Word History and Origins
Origin of meme1
Example Sentences
“From Internet memes to late-night comedians, from cartoons to the plays and poems as old as organized government itself — Political Satire circumvents traditional gatekeepers & helps hold those in power accountable,” he continued.
News of the Australian stars’ separation broke Monday afternoon, shocking pop culture enthusiasts and swiftly inspiring memes by AMC Theater devotees.
While the mockery and memes may feel good as snickering payback and certainly stoke the Democratic base — boosting Newsom’s presidential hopes — Mahan suggested they are ultimately counterproductive.
Imgur is used by millions to make and share images such as memes across the web, particularly on Reddit and in online forums.
Each one of the 73 birds in the running this year had a volunteer campaign manager, who sought to win over voters with memes, reels and hand-drawn posters.
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