pyramiding

/ˈpɪrəˌmaɪdɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of a pyramid scheme or structure.
    • The pyramiding business model collapsed when it ran out of new members.
    • The pyramiding strategy relied on constant recruitment.
    • They warned him about the pyramiding nature of the investment opportunity.
noun
  1. The practice of building a financial or business structure where growth depends on adding new investors or members, often associated with pyramid schemes.
    • Pyramiding is illegal in many countries because it often defrauds later investors.
    • She lost her savings after getting involved in a pyramiding scheme.
    • The company was accused of pyramiding, as it paid early investors with money from new recruits.
  2. The act of stacking or arranging things in a pyramid shape.
    • The pyramiding of the logs created a stable pile for the campfire.
    • The pyramiding of the cargo made it easier to transport.
    • Children enjoy pyramiding blocks during playtime.
  3. In finance, a strategy of using profits from one investment to buy more of the same or similar assets, increasing potential gains and risks.
    • The trader used pyramiding to grow his portfolio quickly.
    • She studied pyramiding techniques before investing in stocks.
    • Pyramiding can lead to large profits but also to big losses if the market turns.
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