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Definition
Bitcoin, a type of cryptocurrency.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the digital currency, often abbreviated to just 幣 when the context is already established. It is frequently discussed in the context of investment and market volatility, carrying a sense of high risk and speculative trading.
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The price of Bitcoin is always fluctuating wildly.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it as a general term for all digital assets, as it specifically refers to Bitcoin. For other digital currencies, use 加密貨幣 instead.
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