A
Admin
A person with the highest level of permissions on a server, responsible for moderation, settings, and player management.
AFK (Away From Keyboard)
A status when a player is inactive for a certain period. Some servers auto-kick or limit rewards for AFK players.
Allowlist / Whitelist
A list of players who are permitted to join a private server. Only usernames on the list can connect.
B
Ban
A permanent or temporary restriction preventing a player from accessing the server.
Bukkit
A legacy server software API used for creating plugins; now mostly replaced by Spigot or Paper.
Bedrock Edition
The version of Minecraft that runs on consoles, mobile, and Windows 10+. Servers supporting this version are called "Bedrock Servers."
BungeeCord
A proxy system that links multiple Minecraft servers together, enabling network-wide features like cross-server teleportation.
C
Chunk
A 16x16 block section of the world, extending vertically from bedrock to sky limit. Servers load and unload chunks to manage performance.
Command Block
A special block that runs server commands. Often disabled on public servers for security reasons.
Console
The backend interface used by server operators to manage commands, logs, and settings.
Cooldown
A time-based restriction before a command or ability can be used again.
D
Dynmap
A popular web-based map plugin that renders the Minecraft world in real-time.
Discord Integration
A bridge between Minecraft servers and Discord communities for real-time chat sync, announcements, and commands.
E
Economy Plugin
A system that allows virtual currency, shops, trading, and jobs—typically seen in Survival or Roleplay servers.
EssentialsX
A widely used plugin suite offering core features like /home, /spawn, /tpa, and more.
F
Factions
A popular server gamemode where players create groups (factions), claim land, and engage in PvP warfare.
Forge
A modding platform for adding custom content and mods to the game. Not usually used on vanilla servers.
G
Gamemode
Determines how players interact with the world. Common modes: Survival, Creative, Adventure, and Spectator.
Griefing
Destructive behavior, like breaking others' builds. Many servers ban or restrict this.
H
Host
The server provider or computer running the Minecraft server.
Hub
The main lobby area in large server networks, where players access various minigames or worlds.
I
IP Address
The server’s connection address (e.g., play.example.com) used by players to join.
Inventory Rollback
A feature or plugin that restores a player’s inventory after a glitch or crash.
J
Java Edition
The original version of Minecraft for PC. Most large servers run on Java Edition.
K
Kit
A predefined set of items or gear players can claim (usually via /kit) on certain servers.
L
Lag
A delay between a player’s action and the server’s response. Caused by high CPU usage, RAM limitations, or poor internet.
LAN Server
A local server that allows nearby players on the same network to join without an internet connection.
M
Mod (Moderator)
A trusted player or staff member who helps manage the server, enforce rules, and assist users.
Modded Server
A server running custom modifications (mods) that change gameplay significantly, usually using Forge or Fabric.
N
Nether Hub
A fast-travel network using the Nether to reduce travel distances between bases or players.
Network
A group of interconnected Minecraft servers, usually accessed through a central hub.
O
OP (Operator)
Grants full permissions to a player. Operators can use all commands, including server administration.
P
Paper
A high-performance Minecraft server software forked from Spigot, known for speed and plugin compatibility.
Plugin
A software add-on used to extend or modify server functionality (Java Edition servers).
PvP (Player vs Player)
Gameplay that allows or focuses on combat between players. Some servers disable PvP in certain areas.
Q
Queue System
Used in large servers to manage high player traffic by placing new joiners in a wait line.
R
Realms
Minecraft's official subscription-based hosting service for small private servers.
Resource Pack
A downloadable file that changes textures, sounds, and fonts. Servers can prompt users to install a pack on join.
Region
An area of the world defined for specific purposes, such as world protection (e.g., WorldGuard plugin regions).
S
SMP (Survival Multiplayer)
A vanilla-style gamemode where players survive, build, and collaborate or compete.
Server Ping
A signal sent to check if a server is online and how many players are connected. Sometimes shows MOTD or player list.
Slab Lag
A type of rendering lag caused by excessive slab blocks (and other small entities).
Spigot
A server API and high-performance fork of Bukkit with plugin support.
Survival Server
A Minecraft server where players gather resources, survive mobs, and build with little modification.
T
TPS (Ticks Per Second)
Server performance metric. Ideal TPS is 20. A lower TPS means lag.
TPA
A teleport request system, usually via plugins like EssentialsX, allowing players to teleport to others.
Texture Pack
See Resource Pack.
U
UUID (Universally Unique Identifier)
A unique code assigned to each Minecraft account, used internally by servers to track players.
V
Vanilla
Refers to the unmodified, official version of Minecraft with no plugins or mods.
Vote / Voting Site
Servers allow players to vote on listing sites (like minerank.com) to gain rewards and improve rankings.
Votifier
A plugin that detects when a player votes on a server listing and triggers in-game rewards.
W
WorldEdit
A powerful plugin for building and editing large structures quickly.
WorldGuard
A protection plugin to prevent griefing and define restricted zones in a world.
X
X-Ray
A cheat/mod that allows players to see ores or blocks through terrain. Often banned.
Y
Y-Level
The vertical coordinate in Minecraft, often used to describe depth for ores or builds (e.g., “mine diamonds at Y-11”).
Z
Zone
A predefined area on a server, usually protected or defined by plugins for special rules or builds.