The World of Memes

The term "meme" was first coined by evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins in his 1976 book "The Selfish Gene." However, it wasn't until the early 2000s that memes began to gain mainstream popularity.

History of Memes

• Memes originated from internet culture and were often used as a form of social commentary or ridicule.
• The first known meme is the "All Your Base Are Belong to Us" game, which was posted on 4chan in 2000.
• memes spread rapidly through online communities and social media platforms, becoming a key part of internet culture.

Types of Memes

Memes can be categorized into various types, including:

• Image macros (e.g. "Grumpy Cat"),
• Videos (e.g. "Harlem Shake"),
• Live streams (e.g. "I Can Has Cheezburger?"),
• Cartoons and comics (e.g. Grumpy Cat's owner, Jim Carrey),

Meme Culture

Memes have become a significant part of internet culture, with many people using them to express themselves or make jokes about current events.

The rise of social media platforms has also made it easier for memes to spread rapidly and reach a wider audience.

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