云养物 (yún yǎng wù) — This term
This term, meaning 'cloud raising,' refers to the trend of adopting pets or caring for virtual animals online, often through social media platforms. It's especially popular among those who enjoy the idea of pets but may not be able to have one physically.
Example Usage
我在网上云养了一只小猫，每天都给它发照片。
I adopted a virtual cat online, and I send it pictures every day.
Cultural Context
With busy urban lifestyles, many people find cloud raising a fun and low-commitment way to engage with pet ownership.
Category: internet-culture