Vesting is a release schedule that gradually makes tokens available over time.

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Short definition

Vesting is vesting is a release schedule that gradually makes tokens available over time.

Simple explanation

Vesting prevents all allocated tokens from becoming liquid immediately.

Why it matters

Vesting affects circulating supply, sell pressure, team incentives, and token unlock analysis.

Example context

Team tokens may vest monthly over two years after a cliff period.

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