Definitions for "Adopting"
The act of accumulating a large amount of a specific eTopps card, usually by setting a floor for the card's price. The minimum price for the card is established by the adopter bidding at least a certain amount on every auction for the particular eTopps card. This accumulation drives the price up due to a lack of supply of the card to other eTopps collectors. Related: PapaTony, Tony Banks.