toddle

Toddle is a term that originated as a playful misspelling of "toddle," which itself is a variant of "toddle" or "toddle," referring to the action of walking or moving in a clumsy, unsteady manner. The word gained popularity through a 2014 viral internet meme featuring a cartoon character known as "Toddle," created by artist and animator Chris McCaw. The character, depicted as a small, round, and anthropomorphic figure with a simple, cartoonish design, became widely recognized for its exaggerated, wobbly gait and cheerful demeanor.

The Toddle meme spread rapidly across social media platforms, particularly Twitter (now X) and Reddit, where users created humorous and creative content featuring the character. The meme often involved Toddle navigating various obstacles or participating in everyday activities in a comically awkward or exaggerated way. Its simplicity and relatable humor contributed to its widespread appeal, making it a staple of internet culture for a brief period.

While the Toddle meme was short-lived, it remains a notable example of early internet humor and meme culture. The character’s design and movement style have been referenced in later digital art and animations, though it never achieved lasting mainstream recognition outside of its original viral phase. The term "toddle" itself has not entered general vocabulary but is occasionally used nostalgically by those who experienced the meme’s peak popularity.