The 'Oh, Worm?' meme originated on Tumblr as a playful misspelling of the slang phrase 'Oh, word?', used to express surprise or acknowledgment. The phrase became inextricably linked with the 'Worm on a String'—a colorful, fuzzy toy from the 1970s that regained viral status in the late 2010s. Known for its surrealist humor and chaotic energy, the meme usually features the googly-eyed worm looking inquisitively at the viewer. It is frequently used in internet subcultures to react to gossip, strange facts, or simply to add a touch of nonsensical whimsy to a conversation.