Liquidity refers to how easily an asset can be traded without causing large price changes.

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Short definition

Liquidity is liquidity refers to how easily an asset can be traded without causing large price changes.

Simple explanation

High liquidity usually means buyers and sellers can trade with less price impact. Low liquidity can make swaps expensive, volatile, or difficult.

Why it matters

Liquidity matters for DEX swaps, token launches, slippage, price impact, and market stability.

Example context

A token with very low pool liquidity may experience large price movement from a small trade.

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