netlore

English

noun
Definitions
  • A kind of folklore comprising humorous texts, folk poetry, folk art, and urban legends that are circulated over the Internet.

Etymology

Compound from English net (network, openwork fabric mesh, neat, elegant) + English lore (learning, knowledge, study of).

Origin

English

lore

Gloss

learning, knowledge, study of

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