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What does og mean?
A respected veteran of a server, scene, or fandom. Was there for the founding drama, knows where the bodies are buried, gets nodded to in #general. Worn as a badge.
"Ask Jake, he's an OG — been in this server since 2018."
Origin
From 90s West Coast hip-hop — 'original gangster', popularised by Ice-T's 1991 track of the same name. Long since stripped of menace and used for anyone who's been around.
Frequently asked questions
What does OG mean in crypto?
It marks an early adopter, long-time holder or founding-era member of a crypto or NFT community — someone who was there early.
What does OG stand for?
It comes from hip-hop slang for "Original Gangster," repurposed to mean an old-timer or veteran.
Is being an OG a status symbol?
Yes — in crypto and NFT communities, OG status signals credibility, early conviction and often access to founding-era perks.
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