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bozo
What does bozo mean?
A mocking label for someone who repeatedly makes poor calls or falls for scams in the crypto space.
"Aped a rug for the third time this month, absolute bozo."
Origin
General 'bozo' (clown/fool) applied within NFT/crypto banter.
Frequently asked questions
What does bozo mean in crypto?
It's a mocking label for someone who keeps making bad calls or falling for scams in the crypto space, borrowed from the general 'clown/fool' sense.
Is calling someone a bozo offensive?
It's a light, teasing insult rather than a slur — usually used in banter, though clearly not a compliment.
Where does the word bozo come from?
It's long-standing general slang for a clown or fool, later adopted into NFT and crypto banter for someone who repeatedly messes up.
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