cryptocurrency

blockchain

A distributed digital ledger that records transactions across many computers so that records cannot be altered retroactively.

Example

"Bitcoin uses blockchain technology to ensure that every transaction is permanently and publicly recorded."

💡 Memory Tip

Literally a CHAIN of BLOCKS — each block of transactions is chained to the previous one.

Etymology

Compound of 'block' (a group of transactions) and 'chain' (linked together in sequence).

Common Misspellings

block chainblockchianblockchanblochchain

Related Terms

bitcoincryptocurrencydecentralization

See Also

ledger

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