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boomer
What does boomer mean?
In chat: a wojak of a balding, beer-gut millennial in a polo, longing for the late '90s — the '30-Year-Old Boomer' template. Used to mock anyone clinging to outdated tech, music or takes regardless of their actual age.
"He's 28 and still defending Reddit gold — straight boomer behaviour."
Origin
Originated in late-19th-century American railroad slang for workers who moved from job to job during construction booms; adopted by lineman and oilfield trades.
Frequently asked questions
What does boomer mean in crypto?
In crypto, boomer is a dismissive label for a person or asset seen as old-fashioned or too conservative. "Boomercoin" is sometimes aimed at Bitcoin during slow, sideways periods.
Where does the crypto boomer meme come from?
It stems from the broader "OK boomer" internet meme mocking outdated attitudes, adapted by crypto to tease stodgy assets or cautious investors.
Is boomer an insult in crypto?
It's mildly mocking rather than seriously offensive, implying someone is behind the times or only touches safe, established "blue chip" assets.
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