What does MEMES mean?

Definition of Memes

A meme is a noun that refers to an image, video, or piece of text that is typically humorous in nature and spreads rapidly through the internet via social media platforms, email, or messaging apps.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

• An image, video, or piece of text that is typically humorous in nature and spreads rapidly through the internet via social media platforms, email, or messaging apps.

Pronunciations

• US: /miːmz/
• UK: /miːmz/

Origin and Usage

The term "meme" was coined by Richard Dawkins in his 1976 book, "The Selfish Gene." Dawkins defined memes as cultural units of information that can be transmitted from one mind to another. In the 21st century, the term has been popularized by internet culture and is now widely used to describe viral content that spreads rapidly through social media platforms.

Synonyms

• Viral content
• Internet meme
• Online trend

Related Words

• Image
• Video
• Humor
• Laugh
• Jokes

Example Sentences

• He shared a hilarious meme on his social media page.
• The meme went viral within hours of being posted online.
• She couldn stop laughing at the funny memes her friend sent her.