Pseudorandom

A definite function's ability to provide results that pass statistical tests for randomness is referred to as pseudorandom.

Ad Hoc

a Latin expression that means "for this purpose" or "specifically for this" in contemporary English.

Altcoin

Altcoin is the term given to describe alternative digital assets, such as a coin or token that is not Bitcoin. This nomenclature comes from the idea that Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and that all others are then considered “alternate” or “alternative” coins.

Coin

Cryptocurrencies known as coins run on separate blockchains and are unrelated to other coins. Such a cryptocurrency's single unit is also known as a coin.