"why not Zoidberg" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: From a phrase on a popular Internet meme that is attributed to the character Dr. Zoidberg from Futurama, who receives little attention from other characters. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase|head=why not Zoidberg?}} why not Zoidberg?
  1. (Internet slang, rhetorical, sarcastic) Call of attention to something that is ridiculous. Wikipedia link: Dr. Zoidberg, Futurama, Internet meme Tags: Internet, sarcastic Categories (topical): Futurama

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