Altcoin
The word “altcoin” is an abbreviation of “BitcoinThe term "Bitcoin" can either refer to Bitcoin the network, ... More alternative,” and thus describes every single cryptocurrencyA cryptocurrency (or crypto currency) is a digital asset des... More except for Bitcoin. Altcoins are referred to as Bitcoin alternatives because – at least to some extent – most altcoins hope to either replace or improve upon at least one Bitcoin component. Popular altcoins include Litecoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin etc.
Note: These are non-technical definitions meant for a general audience and should not be used as legal definition