cryp

Definition

Abbreviated slang for cryptocurrency, used by people too busy day-trading Dogecoin to type out the full word. It's the linguistic equivalent of buying low and selling lower while pretending you understand blockchain technology.

Example Usage

I lost half my savings in cryp last month, but I'm totally going to get it back with this new altcoin my cousin told me about.

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