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A meme is an idea, behavior, or style that spreads by means of imitation from person to person within a culture and often carries symbolic meaning representing a particular phenomenon or theme.

An Internet meme or meme, is a cultural item that is spread via the Internet, often through social media platforms. The name is by the concept of memes proposed by Richard Dawkins in 1972. Internet memes can take various forms, such as images, videos, GIFs, and various other viral sensations.


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[–] Kusimulkku@lemm.ee 6 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

Doesn't it mean the same thing or is "breaking up" just meant for non-marriage relationships

[–] Bo7a@lemmy.ca 11 points 1 day ago (1 children)

That person is just wrong. Language is not only fluid, but geographically distinct sometimes.

I broke up with my wife. The divorce was the legal proceeding that followed.

[–] NoneOfUrBusiness@fedia.io 4 points 1 day ago (1 children)
[–] Bo7a@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 day ago

Yeah, sorry I was a bit harsh there. Sincerely. Pre-coffee commenting is never smart for me.

[–] NoneOfUrBusiness@fedia.io -2 points 1 day ago (1 children)
[–] Kusimulkku@lemm.ee 4 points 1 day ago

Searching around seems like people use it when you're married too