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ape in

/eɪp ɪn/ Intermediate Updated September 16, 2025

To invest hastily without due diligence.

Example sentence

He aped in as soon as he heard the rumor.

Similar words

rash investment

Details

  • Category: Finance, Internet
  • Region: Global
  • First use: 2020s
  • Origin: WallStreetBets/crypto slang.

Notes

Often leads to losses.

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