> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.afx.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.afx.xyz/glossary.md).

# Glossary

- [What Is an Inflation Hedge? Definition & Examples (2026)](https://docs.afx.xyz/glossary/inflation-hedge.md): An inflation hedge is an asset that preserves purchasing power when prices rise. Learn how gold and Bitcoin work as inflation hedges and how to trade both on AFX.
- [What Is Oracle Price in Crypto? Definition & How It Works](https://docs.afx.xyz/glossary/oracle-price.md): Oracle price is the external reference price fed into a perpetual DEX to anchor contracts to real-world asset values. Learn how it works on AFX for BTC, gold, oil, and SpaceX.
- [What Is a Perpetual Contract? Definition & How It Works (2026)](https://docs.afx.xyz/glossary/perpetual-contract.md): A perpetual contract is a derivative that tracks an asset's price with no expiry date. Learn how perpetual futures work, funding rates, and how to trade them on AFX.


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