proxy mine

Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word proxy mine. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word proxy mine, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say proxy mine in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word proxy mine you have here. The definition of the word proxy mine will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition ofproxy mine, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.

English

Etymology

Shortening.

Pronunciation

Noun

proxy mine (plural proxy mines)

  1. (slang, weaponry, video games) A proximity mine; a mine that explodes when something approaches within a certain distance.
    • 2000: "twopinacoladas", review of The World is not Enough
      In mid night departure (forest with the air control) base the frame rate ''SUCKS'' out side far worse then PD with 4 players 8 sims and proxy mines.
    • 2002: "yc", Super Smash Bros. Melee: Marth
      Proxy mines are always good because the computer doesn't seem to defend against them.
    • 2004: "TerranRedneck", review of Custom Robo
      Pods are like "little buddies" that help you out. Some buzz around your rivals head obscuring his vision and annoying him, some serve as proxy mines, while others simply bounce off the walls blowing up on the first bot they meet.
    • 2006: "ProtectorOne", Perfect Dark: Multiplayer Scenario FAQ
      The proxy mines detonate when anyone comes near them (including the one who set the mine) and are absolutely wonderful for laying traps.
    • 2007: "UnknownMercernary", Die Hard: Vendetta: FAQ/Walkthrough
      If you get too close it'll trigger. Shoot it from a safe distance and it will blow up. Leave the room and go through the door that was previously protected by a proxy mine.

Synonyms

Wikious
Boobota
Sagapedia