AOE

American  

abbreviation

1. area of effect: (in a video game) an attack or defense, such as a spell or special skill, that affects all characters within a specified range of the target place or character, rather than affecting only a targeted character.

   Cast an AOE to cure everyone NOW—the whole party is at death’s door.

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Etymology

Origin of AOE

First recorded in 1970–75, as Area of Effect, referring to the area and marine life affected by underwater explosives

Example Sentences

To anyone who’s played an AoE game, the art style will look instantly familiar but will have additional flourishes like the golden illuminated people that show the work being done on your buildings.

From The Verge

The developers talked about Age of Empires IV being a spiritual successor to AoE II, while still incorporating some elements from III, such as the addition of choice into the aging-up mechanics.

From The Verge

It was also revealed that the first AoE III: Definitive Edition expansion is being worked on and will feature African civilizations.

From The Verge

Like hair salons, Aoe said, nail clients must make appointments and wait in their cars.

From Washington Times

“Only four in the store at one time,” Aoe said.

From Washington Times