The Internet is a vast, wonderful realm where you can come across the most unusual and confusing things. It’s a digital frontier where the bizarre, the mysterious, and the downright mysterious coexist with everyday life. Have you ever encountered something so strange that it left you scratching your head, unable to understand it or provide a logical explanation? If so, you are not alone. Many individuals have found themselves in similar situations and encountered strange phenomena or mysterious artifacts that defy easy understanding.
The beauty of the Internet is that it serves as a virtual meeting place for inquiring minds and professionals alike, where people come together to share, discuss, and attempt to solve the mysteries that the physical world presents. The following section introduces you to 11 unique interactions and discoveries people have had, along with insightful explanations put forward by the online community to demystify these strange phenomena. Prepare to be amazed by the bizarre and interesting things that lie ahead!
“What’s that little ramp on the bottom of the lotion bottle?”
This little ramp thingy on the bottom of a lotion bottle
byu/Eastern-East1476 inwhatisthisthing
“It’s to make the product so it can rotate while standing up.”
“What the hell is that? The table underneath is not attached and it’s completely empty inside.”
It’s a bed and a desk. So that you can set it up at different angles for things like reading and stuff, there should be a metal bar underneath that slides into the wooden tray.
What is this thing? The inside opens up to empty space, it’s disconnected from the desk below
byu/mylittlewallaby inwhatisthisthing
I found it in a house we recently bought. A metal structure, screwed into the wall, and a hole in the middle. by the shower in the bathroom. WITT?”
“This is either a toothbrush holder or a soap dish holder, but the central part that held the ring is missing. Does that make any sense given its placement on the toilet? It could have been used as a towel holder. ok. These were common in houses in the 60’s and 70’s if I recall.
“It’s called a ‘speakeasy’ and it’s for talking to someone without having to open the door.”
What is the purpose of this little door in the door, also anyone know what style this would be considered?
byu/JstTrstMe inwhatisthisthing
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“My girlfriend brought it when we first moved in. Describe it. It’s definitely at the top of our list of strange sights.”
What is it!? The brand is Decathlon so it’s something sports related I assume but my mind is in the gutter drawing blanks lol
byu/StevieNichole inwhatisthisthing
“It’s an ab tonic.
“Found while renovating a house. It has a stone on the end and is six inches long. Although the ending looks boring, Google Image Search claims it’s a pin. What is the purpose?
“It looks like a pipe poker instrument on a pipe bowl.
“Each of my clothes pegs has a unique number.
My clothes pegs are all individually numbered. Why is that?
byu/one_dead_president inwhatisthisthing
“Different molds have different numbers, so if they start coming out of the machine out of order, they can determine which mold needs to be replaced.”
what is it? I found this out while filling the yard. Wife claims it’s a tombstone. It appears to be a survey pointer.
What is this? Was doing some filling in the yard and found this. Wife says it’s a gravestone. I think survey marker.
byu/Key-Main955 inwhatisthisthing
“That’s a gravestone as I see it. I’m not sure what the police can do unless you think you’ve discovered a burial on your property. Good shot. Alternatively, the public health agency could handle it. it would be great to make sure the developer doesn’t dig up the tomb and did not use bones as filler.
“What’s that thing on my wall with a round hole and a little screen inside?”
What is this thing on my wall with a round hole and a small screen inside?
byu/rmkwh inwhatisthisthing
“It’s a pool access alarm that detects if the gate door has been left open to prevent children or pets from wandering in and potentially drowning.”
“What are those arrows on this box? It was discovered during an event at our facility and it has these arrows on the top. This is without a doubt one of the strangest things you’ve seen today.”
What is this box with arrows on it?
byu/IamBaronJ inwhatisthisthing
“This humidifier is for cigars. To keep cigars moist, either fill them with water or apply a humidifier to the darts before placing them in the tobacco box.”Â
“I just bought a house; I found it tucked away in the front bushes.” the wooden ball is screwed; resembles a mace. What purpose did/does it serve?
Just bought a house, found this hidden inside the front bushes. Screws in a wooden ball, looks like a mace. What was/is this used for?
byu/branchofcuriosity inwhatisthisthing
“There is/was a trend to make DIY Allium flowers from recycled metal and other waste.”
What is that item doing on the pocket knife? The first one has a small spinning object. What is it used for?
What is this thing on this pocketknife. The first one has a little spinning thing. What is it for?
byu/menotexisting inwhatisthisthing
“Pocket glass cutter.”
What is this object that is bolted to the entrance to our German landfill? A little bigger than my fist. Not a lock at all.
What is this thing bolted near the door of our garbage disposal area in Germany? It’s bit bigger than my fist. It not a lock.
byu/WalrusLavdaChoos inwhatisthisthing
It’s called Schlüsselrohr. This holds the key and the containers are probably locked to prevent the containers from sinking.
The Internet serves as a repository of knowledge and a platform for collective problem-solving. If you ever come across something interesting or confusing, don’t hesitate to turn to online communities for answers. The above examples show that there are countless mysterious objects waiting to be deciphered, and often the collective wisdom of the Internet can reveal their secrets.
In the digital age, individual curiosity knows no bounds, and it’s encouraging to witness a collective effort to demystify the peculiarities of the physical world. So if you ever find yourself staring at the odd, know that you are not alone in your search for answers and the internet is here to help you make sense of the inexplicable.
In conclusion, the Internet’s ability to connect curious minds and share knowledge is a powerful tool for uncovering mysteries and understanding the unknown. The 11 examples listed here are just a small glimpse into the world of strange and confusing objects that people encounter in their everyday lives. It’s a testament to human curiosity and the remarkable ability of online communities to provide explanations, solutions, and a sense of wonder in the face of the unusual.
Very informative, enjoyed reading.