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Old 04-16-2017, 03:16 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Not many people know what the word "meme" technically means, or who coined it. In case you're wondering...
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Old 04-16-2017, 03:18 PM   #22 (permalink)
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I don't have any particular thoughts on memes, but still
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The Dawkins's meaning of "meme" came earlier, but the narrowed internet-related meaning is also legitimate.
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The Dawkins's meaning of "meme" came earlier, but the narrowed internet-related meaning is also legitimate.
The appropriated usage of the word "meme" is, in itself, a meme
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I dont get it.
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I get that the lyrics are telling a story, but I don't understand what's good about it.
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I assume theres more to it. I see how they fit together but beyond that.... huh?
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