To invest in a cryptocurrency, stock, or financial asset impulsively and without proper research, often following hype.
Put your money into something risky (like a cryptocurrency) without thinking carefully about it, just because everyone else is doing it.
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To invest impulsively in a cryptocurrency, NFT, or speculative asset — usually following hype and without proper research.
"He aped in on that new token the moment he saw it trending, and lost half his savings."
To jump in like an ape (impulsively, without thinking).
Put your money into something risky (like a cryptocurrency) without thinking carefully about it, just because everyone else is doing it.
Originated in cryptocurrency and NFT communities, particularly on Reddit and Twitter (e.g., r/WallStreetBets). Refers to acting like an 'ape' (impulsive, following the herd). Can be used self-deprecatingly. Almost exclusively informal/internet slang. Not suitable for formal writing.
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