But what is a meme stock exactly? Below, CNBC Select explains these types of investments, plus where you're likely better off putting your money instead. What we'll cover What's a meme stock?

Because MicroVision has been trading like a meme stock in the past month, bullish investors should take it easy — despite short-sellers scrambling to cover their positions and borrow fees ...

In its 44-page report, the SEC debunked the theory that a "short squeeze" may have sent shares of GameStop and other meme stocks soaring. While many short sellers were forced to cover their short ...