Definition

An elite-tier variation of 'h4x' (hacks) in leetspeak, supposedly representing skills beyond mere hacking prowess. It's the gaming equivalent of saying you're not just good—you're impossibly, suspiciously good.

Example Usage

That headshot was pure h0x, no way that was legit!

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=h0x&defid=12047)

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