verb
Internet Slang
grind
GRYND · verb · slang
Doing the hard, tedious work toward a goal.
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Definitions
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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.”
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A slow and steady lift requiring a lot of strength to complete, as opposed to a fast, explosive rep.
“It was a grind but he never let the bar stall out.”
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grind In A Sentence
Been grinding WL spots in ten Discords all week.
Origin & Usage
Gaming/hustle slang 'grind' adopted in crypto for effortful participation.
People Also Ask
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.
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