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aping in
What does aping in mean?
The act of pouring money into a new coin or NFT project impulsively and without research, often following the crowd.
"Half the server is aping in before anyone's read the contract."
Origin
Extended form of "ape"; evokes herd/monkey-see behaviour.
Frequently asked questions
What does aping in mean?
It means pouring money into a new coin or NFT impulsively and without research, often just because the crowd is doing it.
Where does 'aping in' come from?
It's an extended form of 'ape', evoking herd, monkey-see-monkey-do behaviour of buying without thinking.
Is aping in risky?
Yes — buying without due diligence makes you far more likely to get caught in scams, rug pulls or overhyped projects that dump.
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