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Explore the colorful and often confusing world of cryptocurrency jargon. From adoption to work, we've got you covered.

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To lock up cryptocurrency holdings to earn rewards or participate in network validation.

"He staked his Ethereum to earn rewards on the proof-of-stake network."

10x
v.

10·x

To achieve tenfold returns on an investment. Also used as a target for exponential growth potential in crypto projects.

"Investors hoped the new token would 10x within a year of its launch."

a·dopt·ion

The process of cryptocurrencies or blockchain technology becoming more widely accepted and used in mainstream applications and society.

"The adoption of Bitcoin by major corporations has significantly increased its mainstream acceptance."

air·drop

A distribution of free tokens or coins to a community, often used as a marketing strategy to increase awareness and adoption of a new cryptocurrency project.

"The new blockchain project announced an airdrop to reward early supporters with free tokens."

al·pha

Insider or early information about a cryptocurrency project that could lead to profitable trading opportunities.

"Traders with alpha on the upcoming token launch were able to buy in at a lower price."

alt·coin

Any cryptocurrency that is not Bitcoin. Short for 'alternative coin'.

"Ethereum is considered the most popular altcoin in the cryptocurrency market."

ape
v.

The act of investing in a cryptocurrency or project with little to no prior research, often due to FOMO or hype.

"Many new investors ape into trending memecoins without understanding the risks."

ATH
n.

A·T·H

All-Time High. The highest price a cryptocurrency has ever reached since its launch.

"Bitcoin reached its ATH of $100,000, sparking excitement among crypto enthusiasts."

at·ten·tion

Increased interest or focus on a particular token or project, often leading to price movements.

"The memecoin gained significant attention on social media, driving its price up rapidly."

bag
n.

A significant holding of a particular cryptocurrency. Can be used positively ('nice bag') or negatively ('heavy bag') depending on the investment's performance.

"After the price drop, he was left holding a heavy bag of underperforming tokens."

A market participant expecting price declines, typically selling assets or shorting to profit from downward movements.

"The bear sold his tokens, anticipating a prolonged market downturn."

be·ta

A secondary token or imitative project that follows the narrative of an original meme or concept. Example: Shiba Inu as a 'beta play' of Dogecoin.

"Investors looking for the next big memecoin often target beta projects like Shiba Inu."

bid
v.

The act of placing buy orders for a cryptocurrency, often used in the context of supporting a token's price or participating in a token sale.

"Traders bid aggressively to secure tokens during the project's initial sale."

A rapid increase in a token's price, similar to 'mooning' but often implying a more aggressive or manipulated price movement.

"The token blasted to new highs after a coordinated pump by influencers."

A continuous, gradual decrease in a cryptocurrency's price over time, often used to describe a bear market or a failing project.

"The altcoin continued to bleed value as investor interest waned."

A data structure containing a batch of validated transactions that is permanently recorded on a blockchain.

"The miner successfully added a new block to the Bitcoin blockchain."

The active process of a token transitioning from its initial distribution phase to being available on a decentralized exchange.

"Investors eagerly waited to bond their tokens on the new decentralized exchange."

bond·ing·curve

A mathematical curve defining the relationship between a token's price and its supply, used in token economics to manage issuance and pricing.

"The project used a bonding-curve to ensure fair token distribution during its launch."

bot
n.

An automated program that executes trades or performs other actions in cryptocurrency markets.

"The trader used a bot to automatically buy tokens at the lowest price points."

bot·tom

The lowest price point in a cryptocurrency's downward trend, often used when speculating on whether a price decline has ended.

"Many investors believed the token had hit its bottom and started buying in."

To transfer cryptocurrency assets between different blockchain networks.

"She used a cross-chain protocol to bridge her tokens from Ethereum to Binance Smart Chain."

bub·ble·map

A visualization showing token holders' distribution, often used to analyze wallet concentrations or bundled token holdings.

"The bubble-map revealed that a few whales held the majority of the token supply."

To develop or create a project, product, or platform within the crypto space, often involving technical development and community engagement.

"The team worked hard to build a decentralized platform that empowers users."

A market participant who believes prices will rise, often driving upward momentum through optimistic buying behavior.

"The bull bought large amounts of Bitcoin, expecting a significant price increase."

bun·dle

A collection or package of assets or tokens grouped together, typically offered for investment or sale as a single unit.

"The platform offered a bundle of tokens from promising new projects at a discounted price."

To permanently remove tokens from circulation by sending them to an inaccessible wallet address.

"The project decided to burn 10% of its token supply to increase scarcity."

buy
v.

To acquire cryptocurrency using fiat currency or other cryptocurrencies.

"He decided to buy Ethereum when its price dipped below $2,000."

CA
n.

C·A

Contract Address. The unique identifier for a smart contract on the blockchain, often used to verify or interact with a specific token or project.

"Always verify the CA before interacting with a new token to avoid scams."

ca·bal

Refers to a small, secretive group of influential individuals within the crypto community, often suspected of coordinating market moves.

"Some believed a cabal of whales was manipulating the token’s price behind the scenes."

To decide or signal the purchase of an asset, often based on analysis or intuition, essentially making an investment move.

"The influencer called a new token, prompting many followers to invest early."

can·dle

A single candlestick on a price chart that represents the open, close, high, and low prices of an asset over a specific time period.

"The long red candle on the chart indicated heavy selling pressure on the token."

cen·tral·ized

Describes a system, exchange, or process controlled by a single authority, where decision-making and operations are managed centrally.

"Many prefer decentralized exchanges over centralized platforms due to security concerns."

CEX
n.

Short for Centralized Exchange, a cryptocurrency trading platform operated by a single organization that manages user funds and transactions.

"Binance is a popular CEX where users can trade a wide variety of cryptocurrencies."

Short for blockchain, a decentralized ledger that records transactions across a distributed network of computers.

"The chain’s immutability ensures that transactions cannot be altered once recorded."

A visual representation of price movements and trading activity over time.

"The trader analyzed the chart to identify potential support and resistance levels."

New

Taking small, quick profits from price movements, often in newly launched tokens or during initial DEX offerings (IDOs).

"He managed to clip a 20% profit by selling his tokens shortly after the IDO."

A cryptocurrency that typically operates on its own blockchain, serving as a medium of exchange, store of value, or unit of account.

"Bitcoin is the first and most well-known coin in the cryptocurrency space."

cold·wal·let

A cryptocurrency storage method where private keys are kept offline for enhanced security against hacking attempts.

"For maximum security, he stored his Bitcoin in a cold-wallet disconnected from the internet."

Short for 'communications'. Often used in crypto communities to request project updates or news from the development team.

"The community demanded better comms from the team after weeks of silence."

The act of convincing oneself that a failing investment will eventually turn around. Often used to describe irrational justifications for holding onto losing positions.

"Despite the token’s 90% drop, he continued to cope by insisting it would recover soon."

cop·i·um

A portmanteau of 'cope' and 'opium,' used humorously to describe the mental solace investors seek to deal with losses or market downturns.

"After the token crashed, investors turned to copium, hoping for a miraculous recovery."

cop·y·trad·ing

The practice of automatically replicating the trades of experienced or successful traders through dedicated platforms or services.

"New traders used copy-trading to follow the moves of top crypto investors."

A sudden and severe drop in price, more dramatic than a dip or correction. Often accompanied by panic selling.

"The market experienced a crash, wiping out billions in value within hours."

cross·chain

Describes protocols or operations that enable the transfer of assets or data between different blockchain networks to enhance interoperability.

"The cross-chain bridge allowed users to transfer tokens between Ethereum and Solana."

CT
n.

C·T

Crypto Twitter. The community of cryptocurrency enthusiasts, traders, and influencers on Twitter who discuss crypto-related topics.

"CT was buzzing with speculation about the upcoming Bitcoin halving event."

CTO
n.

C·T·O

Stands for Community Takeover, referring to scenarios where a decentralized community assumes control or direction of a project in the absence of strong centralized leadership.

"After the developers abandoned the project, a CTO revitalized it under community leadership."

dash·board

A graphical interface that displays real-time data and analytics related to trading activities, portfolio performance, or market trends.

"The trader used a dashboard to monitor price movements and portfolio performance in real time."

de·cen·tral·ized

Refers to systems or networks where control and decision-making are distributed across multiple participants, reducing reliance on a single authority.

"Bitcoin is a decentralized currency, free from government or bank control."

de·peg

When a stablecoin loses its 1:1 parity with the underlying asset (typically USD), trading significantly above or below its intended peg.

"The stablecoin experienced a depeg, causing panic among holders as its value dropped."

dev
n.

Short for developer. Refers to the programmers and technical team members working on a cryptocurrency project.

"The dev team promised to release a major update to improve the blockchain’s scalability."

DEX
n.

Abbreviation for Decentralized Exchange, a platform that facilitates peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading without a central authority.

"Uniswap is a leading DEX that allows users to trade tokens directly from their wallets."

dia·mond

In crypto slang, used to describe investors with 'diamond hands' who hold assets firmly through market volatility without selling.

"His diamond resolve kept him from selling during the market crash."

do·main

A web address associated with a cryptocurrency project or platform.

"Always check the domain of a crypto project to ensure it’s not a phishing scam."

double
adj.

dou·ble

Describes chart patterns like 'double top' or 'double bottom,' indicating that price levels were tested twice, often signaling potential reversals.

"The chart showed a double top, suggesting the token’s price might decline soon."

doxxed
adj.

Indicates that an individual's personal or private information has been publicly exposed, often through investigative or malicious actions.

"The anonymous developer was doxxed, revealing their true identity to the community."

The unauthorized removal of funds from a wallet or smart contract, often through exploits or hacks.

"Hackers used a vulnerability to drain millions of dollars from the protocol’s liquidity pool."

To sell large amounts of a cryptocurrency quickly, often causing the price to drop significantly.

"Whales decided to dump their holdings, causing a sharp decline in the token’s price."

Tiny amounts of cryptocurrency left in a wallet, often too small to be worth transferring due to transaction fees.

"After trading, she was left with dust in her wallet that wasn’t worth moving."

D·Y·O·R

Do Your Own Research. A common phrase encouraging investors to investigate and understand a project before investing.

"Before investing in the new token, he reminded himself to DYOR to avoid potential scams."

en·try

The price point at which an investor buys into a cryptocurrency or token.

"Her entry into Bitcoin at $30,000 proved to be a profitable decision as the price soared."

ex·it

In the context of exit liquidity, it refers to the available funds or buyers that allow an investor to sell their position and exit the market.

"Early investors planned their exit carefully to ensure sufficient liquidity in the market."

ex·tract

The process of converting or redeeming value from a digital token, typically through exchanges, smart contracts, or decentralized applications.

"She used a decentralized app to extract profits from her staked tokens."

To take a trading position opposite to the prevailing market sentiment or a popular trade.

"Experienced traders often fade the hype by selling when everyone else is buying."

fee
n.

The cost associated with making transactions or interacting with smart contracts on a blockchain network.

"High Ethereum gas fees made it expensive to execute transactions during the network congestion."

When a buy or sell order is completed at a specific price.

"His buy order got a fill at the exact price he wanted, securing a good deal."

To buy and sell quickly for a profit, or when one cryptocurrency's market cap surpasses another's.

"She managed to flip her tokens for a 50% profit within hours of the launch."

To overwhelm a chat or social media platform with messages about a particular cryptocurrency.

"Shillers flooded the Telegram group with messages hyping up the new token."

The lowest price level at which a cryptocurrency typically finds buying support.

"The token’s price stabilized at the floor, indicating strong buying interest."

fly
v.

When a cryptocurrency's price increases rapidly. Similar to 'moon' but often used for shorter-term price movements.

"The memecoin started to fly after a celebrity tweeted about it."

FO·MO

Fear Of Missing Out. The anxiety that an investor might miss out on a potentially profitable investment opportunity.

"FOMO drove many investors to buy the token at its peak, only to see it crash later."

foun·da·tion

An organization that oversees the development and promotion of a cryptocurrency project.

"The Ethereum Foundation plays a crucial role in funding and guiding the blockchain’s development."

FUD
n.

Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt. Often used to describe negative or misleading information spread in the crypto market.

"The negative article about the project was dismissed as FUD by its supporters."

full·port

A slang term for an investor's entire portfolio of assets, often used to discuss overall exposure in the crypto market.

"He diversified his fullport by allocating funds across multiple blockchains."

gas
n.

The fee required to successfully conduct a transaction or execute a smart contract on blockchain networks.

"She paid a high gas fee to ensure her transaction was processed quickly."

gen·wealth

Short for generational wealth, referring to the long-term accumulation of wealth that can be passed down through generations, often through smart investments.

"Investing early in Bitcoin helped him build gen-wealth for his family’s future."

gen·er·a·tion·al

Relating to or affecting several generations. When used in the context of generational wealth, it refers to wealth substantial enough to benefit not only the current generation but also future generations, creating long-lasting financial stability or legacy.

"Investing wisely in cryptocurrencies could lead to generational wealth for his family."

git·hub

A web-based platform for version control and collaborative software development, widely used by crypto projects to host and share open-source code.

"The project’s code was publicly available on GitHub, allowing developers to audit it."

GM
interj.

G·M

Originally meaning 'good morning', evolved to also mean 'Gonna Make it'. Used as both a greeting and an expression of confidence.

"He started his day with a cheerful 'GM' on Crypto Twitter, expressing optimism about the market."

hacked
adj.

Refers to a system or account that has been compromised by unauthorized access, leading to security breaches or loss of funds.

"The exchange was hacked, resulting in the loss of millions of dollars in user funds."

Refers to an investor's resolve in holding assets; 'diamond hands' indicate strong conviction, while 'paper hands' imply a tendency to sell under pressure.

"Investors with diamond hands held their tokens through the market crash."

HO·DL

Hold On for Dear Life. A strategy of keeping cryptocurrency long-term, regardless of market fluctuations.

"Despite the market crash, she decided to HODL her Bitcoin for the long term."

To retain ownership of an asset over time, rather than selling it, often as part of a long-term investment strategy.

"She decided to hold her Ethereum through the bear market, expecting a future rally."

hop·i·um

A blend of 'hope' and 'opium'. Refers to irrational optimism about a coin's potential value increase.

"Investors were high on hopium, believing the failing token would soon skyrocket."

hot·wal·let

A cryptocurrency wallet connected to the internet, enabling convenient but less secure access to digital assets.

"She used a hot-wallet for daily transactions but kept most of her funds offline."

house·mon·ey

Funds viewed as less risky because they originate from trading profits rather than the investor's original capital.

"After doubling his investment, he traded with house-money, reducing his risk."

Refers to traders who quickly sell their positions, often at the first sign of profit.

"The jeet sold his tokens as soon as the price rose by 10%, missing out on further gains."

To cause a severe drop in a token's price, often through large sell-offs.

"The whale’s massive sell order killed the token’s price momentum."

KOL
n.

K·O·L

Key Opinion Leader. Influential individuals whose opinions can significantly impact market trends.

"The KOL’s endorsement of the new project caused a surge in investor interest."

KYC
n.

K·Y·C

Acronym for 'Know Your Customer'; identity verification procedures used by financial institutions to prevent fraud.

"The exchange required KYC verification before allowing users to withdraw funds."

Live Action Role Playing. Refers to individuals or projects pretending to be something they're not.

"The team was accused of LARPing as experienced developers to attract investors."

The initial release of a new cryptocurrency or token to the public.

"The project’s launch was delayed due to technical issues with the smart contract."

lay·er

Refers to different levels of blockchain architecture, such as Layer 1 (base chains) and Layer 2 (scaling solutions).

"Ethereum’s Layer 2 solutions help reduce transaction costs and improve scalability."

led·ger

A hardware wallet for storing cryptocurrencies offline, or the record of all transactions on a blockchain.

"He stored his Bitcoin on a Ledger to keep it safe from online hacks."

liq·ui·date

To forcibly close a leveraged trading position due to insufficient funds.

"His leveraged position was liquidated when the market turned against him."

To restrict access to tokens for a specific period, often used in vesting schedules.

"The team decided to lock their tokens for a year to build investor confidence."

To hold an asset with the expectation of price appreciation over time, or to take a leveraged position betting on upward movement.

"She went long on Ethereum, confident in its long-term growth potential."

The backstory, history, or accumulated knowledge about a particular cryptocurrency project.

"The project’s lore, filled with memes and community stories, attracted a loyal following."

LP
n.

L·P

Liquidity Pool. A collection of funds locked in a smart contract that enables trading on decentralized exchanges.

"She added her tokens to the LP to earn rewards from trading fees."

mar·ket

The overall cryptocurrency trading environment or a specific trading pair.

"The crypto market experienced a surge in volatility due to regulatory news."

M·CAP

Market Capitalization. The total value of a cryptocurrency, calculated by multiplying price by circulating supply.

"Bitcoin’s MCAP surpassed $1 trillion, making it the largest cryptocurrency by value."

meme·coin

A cryptocurrency that gains popularity primarily through internet memes and community hype rather than through technological innovation or utility.

"Dogecoin, the original memecoin, surged in value after viral social media campaigns."

me·ta

The current trends or strategies considered most effective in the crypto market.

"Investing in memecoins was considered the meta during the 2024 bull run."

MEV
n.

Stands for Maximum Extractable Value, referring to the potential profit miners or validators can extract by optimally ordering transactions in a block.

"Miners used MEV strategies to maximize their profits by reordering transactions."

mid
adj.

Short for 'mediocre'. Used to describe a cryptocurrency or project that is considered average or unremarkable.

"The project’s features were deemed mid, failing to stand out in a crowded market."

mi·grate

The process of moving tokens or contracts from one blockchain or platform to another.

"The project announced plans to migrate its tokens to a faster blockchain network."

min·er

A participant in a proof-of-work blockchain network who validates transactions and creates new blocks through computational work.

"Bitcoin miners use powerful computers to solve complex puzzles and earn rewards."

mix·er

A service that obscures the origin of cryptocurrency transactions by combining multiple transactions together.

"He used a mixer to enhance the privacy of his Bitcoin transactions."

When a cryptocurrency's price rises dramatically in a short period.

"Investors hoped the new token would moon after its listing on a major exchange."

motion
adj.

mo·tion

Describes a trader whose actions create momentum in the market, influencing others to copy their trades due to perceived expertise.

"The motion trader’s buy orders sparked a rally, attracting copy-traders."

mul·ti·sig

Short for multi-signature; a security protocol requiring multiple cryptographic signatures to authorize a blockchain transaction.

"The project implemented a multi-sig wallet to enhance security for its treasury funds."

NFT
n.

N·F·T

Non-Fungible Token. A unique digital asset on a blockchain, representing ownership of a specific item, often used for art, collectibles, or virtual goods.

"She bought an NFT of a rare digital artwork, hoping its value would increase over time."

nor·mie

A slang term for someone who is not deeply involved in crypto culture, often considered mainstream and lacking insider knowledge.

"The normie investor bought Bitcoin at its peak, unaware of market cycles."

A rapid and significant drop in a token's price, often due to large sell orders.

"The token’s price was nuked when a whale sold off their entire position."

OG
n.

O·G

Original Gangster. Refers to early adopters or long-time participants in the cryptocurrency space.

"The OG Bitcoin holders from 2010 are now sitting on massive profits."

P
n.

Slang for profit, representing the earnings or gains achieved through trading or investments.

"After selling his tokens, he celebrated the P he made on the trade."

paper
adj.

pa·per

Describing traders who sell quickly at the first sign of trouble or small profit.

"Paper hands sold their tokens as soon as the price dropped by 5%."

pay
v.

When an investment provides good returns or 'pays out' well.

"Her investment in the new token finally paid off with a 300% return."

A cryptocurrency chosen for investment, often based on analysis or recommendation.

"Ethereum was his top pick for long-term investment due to its strong fundamentals."

A specific investment strategy or opportunity in the cryptocurrency market.

"Investing in Layer 2 solutions was considered a smart play during the Ethereum upgrade."

play·er

An active investor or trader in the crypto space, typically one who is engaged and experienced in market operations.

"The player quickly identified and capitalized on a new token’s potential."

PNL
n.

P·N·L

Profit and Loss. The financial performance of a trade or investment over a specific period.

"His PNL improved significantly after selling his tokens at the market peak."

Short for portfolio. The collection of cryptocurrency investments held by an individual.

"She diversified her port by adding several promising altcoins."

pre·sale

A token sale that occurs before the official public launch.

"Early investors got a discount by participating in the token’s presale."

When a cryptocurrency investment is generating significant profits consistently.

"His investment in the memecoin was printing money as the price soared."

pri·or·i·ty

Higher gas fees paid to ensure faster transaction processing.

"She paid a priority fee to ensure her transaction was included in the next block."

pri·vate·key

A secret cryptographic code that allows access to specific blockchain assets and must be kept secure by the owner.

"Losing your private-key means losing access to your cryptocurrency forever."

pub·lic·key

A cryptographic code paired with a private-key, publicly shared to receive cryptocurrency transactions.

"He shared his public-key to receive Ethereum donations for his project."

A rapid increase in price, often due to coordinated buying or positive news.

"The token pumped 200% after being listed on a major exchange."

PVE
n.
New

P·V·E

A term highlighting the dynamic between insiders and everyday investors (normies) in the crypto market, emphasizing disparities in access and strategy.

"The PVE dynamic often leaves normie investors at a disadvantage compared to insiders."

PVP
n.
New

P·V·P

Refers to competitive interactions among insiders in the crypto community, where experienced traders or stakeholders vie against one another.

"The PVP environment among crypto whales can lead to intense market manipulation."

re·de·pot

To re-enter the market or rebuild one's trading portfolio after incurring significant losses, effectively starting fresh with new capital.

"After getting rekt, he decided to redepot with a more cautious strategy."

rekt
adj.

Slang used to describe someone who has suffered significant financial losses or been 'destroyed' in a trade or market event.

"He got rekt after buying the token at its peak and selling during the crash."

re·set

A significant price correction that brings a token's value back to a previous level.

"The token’s price reset to its pre-pump value after the hype died down."

re·vive

When a seemingly dead project shows signs of life and renewed activity.

"The project was revived by a new team of developers who brought fresh ideas."

rigged
adj.

Describing a market or trading situation believed to be manipulated.

"Some traders believed the token launch was rigged to favor insiders."

rip
v.

Describes aggressive price movement, either upward or downward.

"The token ripped upward after a major partnership announcement."

round·trip

Describes the complete cycle of an investment from entry to exit, often marked by dramatic price fluctuations and emotional highs and lows.

"Her investment in the token was a wild round-trip, ending with modest profits."

rug
n.

Short for 'rug pull', when developers abandon a project and take investors' funds.

"Investors were devastated after the project turned out to be a rug, with the team disappearing overnight."

rug·pull

To abruptly withdraw liquidity or abandon a project, effectively scamming investors by leaving them with valueless tokens.

"The developers rug-pulled the project, disappearing with millions in investor funds."

run
v.

A sustained period of price increase or positive momentum.

"The token enjoyed a strong run, gaining 500% over two months."

sand·wich

A MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) strategy where a target transaction is placed between two attacker transactions to exploit price changes.

"Miners used a sandwich attack to profit from a large token swap on a DEX."

To examine blockchain transactions or monitor market activity for opportunities.

"He used a tool to scan the blockchain for unusual whale activity."

scan·ner

A tool used to monitor blockchain transactions and token movements.

"The trader relied on a scanner to track new token launches on decentralized exchanges."

To exchange cryptocurrency for fiat currency or other cryptocurrencies.

"She decided to sell her Bitcoin holdings to lock in profits before a potential dip."

To transfer cryptocurrency from one wallet to another, or express enthusiasm about a project.

"He sent 1 ETH to his friend’s wallet as a birthday gift."

To promote a cryptocurrency project, often aggressively or with bias.

"The influencer was accused of shilling a low-quality token for personal gain."

shit·coin

A derogatory term for cryptocurrencies perceived to have little to no value or purpose.

"Many dismissed the new token as just another shitcoin with no real utility."

To bet against an asset by borrowing and selling it, hoping to repurchase later at a lower price and profit from the difference.

"He decided to short Bitcoin during its peak, expecting a correction."

side·line

To temporarily withdraw or refrain from active participation in the market, often due to uncertainty or risk aversion.

"He decided to sideline his investments during the volatile market conditions."

The cryptographic process of authorizing a blockchain transaction using a private key to create a digital signature.

"She had to sign the transaction with her private key to transfer the tokens."

sig·nal

An indicator suggesting a potential trading opportunity.

"The moving average crossover was a strong signal to buy the token."

When a cryptocurrency's price drops significantly.

"The token began to sink after negative news about the project surfaced."

sit
v.

To hold a position without taking action, often during uncertain market conditions.

"He decided to sit on his tokens until the market stabilized."

To miss or ignore a potentially profitable opportunity.

"He slept on the token’s presale and missed out on massive gains."

slip·page

The difference between expected and actual price execution in a trade.

"High slippage during the token launch caused traders to pay more than expected."

slow
adj.

Describing gradual price movement or network transaction speeds.

"The slow transaction speeds on the network frustrated users during peak times."

smart·con·tract

Self-executing code deployed on a blockchain that automatically enforces agreement terms when predetermined conditions are met.

"The decentralized app uses a smart-contract to automatically distribute rewards to users."

To quickly buy a token right at launch or at a specific price.

"Experienced traders used bots to snipe tokens at the exact moment of launch."

The difference between the highest bid and lowest ask price for a cryptocurrency.

"The wide spread on the token made it difficult to trade profitably."

New

sta·ble

To convert volatile crypto assets into stablecoins to secure profits or reduce risk.

"She decided to stable her portfolio by converting her gains into USDT."

To lock up cryptocurrency holdings to earn rewards or participate in network validation.

"He staked his Ethereum to earn rewards on the proof-of-stake network."

strat·e·gy

A planned approach to cryptocurrency trading or investing.

"Her strategy of buying during dips and holding long-term paid off handsomely."

sup·ply

The total number of tokens or coins available or in circulation.

"The token’s limited supply contributed to its rapid price increase."

sup·port

A price level where buying pressure typically prevents further price decline.

"The token found support at $1, preventing it from falling further."

sus
adj.

Short for 'suspicious'. Used to describe potentially fraudulent or questionable behavior.

"The project’s anonymous team and lack of transparency were considered sus by investors."

To realize profits by selling a cryptocurrency position.

"He decided to take profits after the token doubled in value."

tel·e·gram

A messaging platform widely used in the crypto community.

"The project’s Telegram group was buzzing with excitement about the upcoming launch."

ter·mi·nal

A platform or interface for executing trades and monitoring market data.

"The trader used a terminal to monitor real-time price movements and execute trades."

TG
n.

T·G

Short for Telegram, a messaging app used in the crypto community.

"Join the project’s TG to stay updated on the latest announcements."

tip
n.

Additional cryptocurrency added to a transaction to prioritize its inclusion in a block, often used to speed up processing.

"He added a tip to his transaction to ensure it was processed quickly during network congestion."

to·ken

A unit of cryptocurrency, typically built on an existing blockchain.

"The new token was launched on the Ethereum blockchain to fund the project."

top
n.

The highest price point in a cryptocurrency's upward trend.

"Traders tried to predict the top of the bull run to sell at the peak."

TPS
n.

T·P·S

Transactions Per Second, a measure of blockchain network speed.

"The new blockchain boasted a TPS rate of 10,000, far surpassing its competitors."

track·er

A tool for monitoring cryptocurrency prices, portfolios, or transactions.

"She used a portfolio tracker to monitor the performance of her crypto investments."

TRAD·FI

An abbreviation for Traditional Finance, denoting conventional financial systems and institutions as contrasted with decentralized or crypto-based alternatives.

"Many crypto enthusiasts aim to disrupt TRADFI with decentralized finance solutions."

A slang term describing the tough, competitive environment of the crypto market, where traders face intense challenges and pressure.

"Surviving the trench of crypto trading requires resilience and strategic thinking."

twit·ter

A social media platform crucial for cryptocurrency news and discussion.

"Crypto Twitter was abuzz with news of the latest token launch."

val·i·da·tor

A network node responsible for verifying transactions and participating in consensus mechanisms in proof-of-stake blockchain systems.

"Validators on the Ethereum network earn rewards for securing the blockchain."

VC
n.

V·C

Voice communications or Venture Capital, depending on context.

"The project secured funding from a prominent VC firm to fuel its development."

vol·ume

The total amount of a cryptocurrency traded within a specific time frame.

"The token’s trading volume spiked after a major exchange listing."

WAGMI
interj.

WAG·MI

We're All Gonna Make It. An expression of optimism in crypto markets.

"Despite the market dip, the community cheered 'WAGMI' to boost morale."

wal·let

A software or hardware tool for storing and managing cryptocurrencies.

"He transferred his tokens to a cold wallet for added security."

weak
adj.

Describing price action showing lack of buying support or momentum.

"The token’s weak price action suggested a lack of investor confidence."

An individual or entity holding a large amount of a particular cryptocurrency.

"A whale moved 10,000 Bitcoin, causing speculation about market manipulation."

To actively contribute to or promote projects one has invested in.

"He worked tirelessly to promote the project on social media to boost its visibility."

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