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Shill

Also called: shilling

In shortPromoting a coin, often because you hold it or are paid to.

Many influencers are paid to promote tokens without saying so. Ask what the person gains if you buy.

← Self-custodyAll terms A–ZShort (short selling) →

Related terms

  • Pump and dumpCoordinated buying and hype to push a price up, followed by insiders selling to the late buyers.
  • FUDFear, uncertainty and doubt — negative news or rumours, real or exaggerated.
  • NFA"Not financial advice" — a disclaimer often added after a tip or price call.

More in Slang

  • Alpha
  • Ape (aping in)
  • Bagholder (bags)
  • Degen
  • Diamond hands
  • DYOR
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