Internet
grind
What does grind mean?
To put in sustained, unglamorous effort — chasing allowlists, farming airdrops, or building — over a long period.
"Been grinding WL spots in ten Discords all week."
Origin
Gaming/hustle slang 'grind' adopted in crypto for effortful participation.
Frequently asked questions
What does grind mean in crypto?
It means putting in sustained, unglamorous effort — chasing allowlist spots, farming airdrops or building — over a long period.
What is grinding an allowlist?
It's actively participating in a project's Discord and community, often for weeks, to earn a guaranteed early mint spot.
Where does 'grind' come from?
It's borrowed from gaming and hustle slang, where 'grinding' means repetitive effort to level up, and was adopted for crypto participation.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
