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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Object Labeling” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21063 of the collection, and the 55th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Object Labeling” meme mean?
This format exploits the gap between visual reality and imposed textual interpretation. It allows for criticism, irony, or simple amusement by reassigning roles to characters or objects present. The humor often arises from the absurdity or unexpected relevance of the label relative to the initial context of the image.
Where does the “Object Labeling” meme come from?
The term refers to a visual technique rather than a single meme from a specific video. According to Know Your Meme, one of the earliest documented examples dates back to June 5, 2012, during the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles. At this event, Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo presented their new consoles. Animated GIFs illustrating these presentations circulated on the NeoGAF forum, showing the companies competing. These images served as a basis for modifications where added texts changed their interpretation. This practice, also called "Label Memes," became widespread in the mid-2010s. It uses macro photography or any static visual support to attach explicit captions. Success relies on the simplicity of the edit and the immediate impact of the text on scene comprehension.
- 2012Early notable examples linked to E3 GIFs shared on NeoGAF.
How to use the “Object Labeling” meme
- Add arrows pointing to each element in a group photo to assign absurd social roles to the participants.
- Use this format to comment on political news by labeling actors as pieces in a board game.
- Subvert a classic advertising image by replacing product names with their imaginary side effects.
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The “Object Labeling” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 73/100 · #55 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Object Labeling” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Object Labeling comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Object Labeling?
It is a meme technique involving adding text to an image to change its meaning. Labels transform the scene into a visual joke.
Object Labeling origin?
The technique likely predates recent years, but a known example dates to June 2012 on NeoGAF. It gained popularity in the 2010s.
Label Memes meaning?
It is a synonym for Object Labeling. It refers to memes where labels name objects or people to create a humorous contrast.
How do I get the Object Labeling meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Object Labeling” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Object Labeling card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Object Labeling · meme.com · memes · object-labelingObject Labeling Meme Format Explained · Childish Gambino's "This Is America" - Know Your Meme · checked on October 12, 2026.
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