frame one

The term "frame one" is commonly used in the gaming community to describe actions executed at the earliest possible moment. It has also extended into slang to mean something happening immediately.

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Definition

B2Video Games

(technical, informal)An action or move that occurs at the earliest possible moment after a player's input.

Example

  • In Super Smash Bros., some defensive moves can be performed frame one, giving players an edge in tight situations.

B2Slang

(informal)Happening immediately or very quickly.

Example

  • When the alarm went off, he was out of bed frame one.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "frame one":

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