Definition of «copypasta»
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"Copypasta" refers to a block of text that is repeatedly copied and pasted across online forums, social media platforms, and chat rooms until it becomes a recognized internet meme or running joke. The term originates as a portmanteau of "copy" and "paste" within early message board culture, particularly 4chan and Reddit. These text snippets range from absurd nonsensical stories and theatrical rants to humorous ASCII art and satirical rants designed to troll unsuspecting readers. In contemporary web culture, sharing a recognizable text block functions as a form of insider humor and community bonding among online subcultures.
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Someone posted a ridiculous wall of text in the group chat, but everyone recognized it as a classic copypasta.
The forum thread was quickly flooded with the same sarcastic copypasta after the controversial announcement.
I didn't realize his angry post was just a copypasta until I saw five other accounts posting the exact same message.
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