Airdrop: meaning, definitions and examples

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airdrop

[ ˈɛəˌdrɒp ]

Noun

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crypto

An airdrop is a distribution of a cryptocurrency token or coin, usually for free, to numerous wallet addresses. Airdrops are commonly used as a marketing strategy to create awareness and drive adoption of a new cryptocurrency.

Synonyms

coin drop, crypto giveaway, token distribution.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
airdrop	Used in the context of distributing cryptocurrencies or tokens to multiple recipients, often for free. It is a direct transfer from the project team to the users' wallets. The company announced an airdrop of new tokens to all current wallet holders. Participate in our airdrop and receive free tokens directly to your wallet!
token distribution	A more formal term often used in official documents or announcements. It refers to the process of distributing tokens to investors, users, or other entities as outlined by the project's plan. The token distribution will commence following the completion of the ICO. Please refer to our token distribution plan in the whitepaper.
crypto giveaway	Refers to promotions where users can receive free cryptocurrency. Usually, it's a marketing event, often used to increase engagement or social media following. Follow our accounts to enter the crypto giveaway and win free Bitcoin! Join our crypto giveaway for a chance to earn free digital currency.
coin drop	Generally used within the cryptocurrency community to refer to the distribution of new coins. It can sometimes be used interchangeably with 'airdrop,' but it might also imply the introduction of new coins into the market. The new coin drop will happen at midnight, don't miss it! Get ready for the upcoming coin drop of the latest cryptocurrency!

Examples of usage

Participants in the ICO received an airdrop of the new token.
The project team decided to do an airdrop to attract more users.
Users eagerly awaited the announcement of the airdrop details.

Translations

Translations of the word "airdrop" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lançamento aéreo

🇮🇳 हवाई वितरण

🇩🇪 Luftabwurf

🇮🇩 penjatuhan udara

🇺🇦 повітряний скид

🇵🇱 zrzut powietrzny

🇯🇵 空中投下

🇫🇷 largage aérien

🇪🇸 lanzamiento aéreo

🇹🇷 hava bırakma

🇰🇷 공중 투하

🇸🇦 إسقاط جوي

🇨🇿 letecký shoz

🇸🇰 letecký zhod

🇨🇳 空投

🇸🇮 zračni spust

🇮🇸 loftdropp

🇰🇿 әуе тастау

🇬🇪 საჰაერო ჩამოყრა

🇦🇿 hava damcısı

🇲🇽 lanzamiento aéreo

Etymology

The term 'airdrop' originated in the cryptocurrency space, referring to the practice of distributing free tokens to holders of existing cryptocurrencies. This helped projects gain visibility and attract new users. The concept of airdrops has since expanded beyond cryptocurrencies to refer to any free distribution of goods or services.