verkkomirri
Verkkomirri is a term found in Finnish internet slang that combines verkko (network or web) and mirri (a colloquial word for a cat). It is used to describe a persona, mascot, or meme that embodies a curious, cat-like presence within online spaces. The concept is typically deployed in memes, profile avatars, stickers, and short comic strips that comment on online behavior and digital culture in a lighthearted way.
Etymology and concept: The two components are common Finnish words; mirri is a familiar, childlike term for
Usage: In online posts, verkkomirri may refer to a fictional cat character that acts as an observer
Origins and scope: The phrase appears in Finnish-language online communities in the 2010s and has since circulated
See also: internet meme, meme cat, online persona, Finnish internet culture.