Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
e-and-oe
noun
ee-and-oh-ee
Definition
A term used in British English to describe a situation where something requires both effort and payoff; often refers to the delicate balance between the two.
Examples
- The project was challenging, but the results were worth it; that’s the essence of e-and-oe.
- In business, understanding e-and-oe can help in strategizing better policies.
- Life often presents e-and-oe scenarios; you need to exert effort to reap the rewards.
Meaning
The phrase ‘e-and-oe’ is derived from ‘effort and outcome,’ emphasizing the importance of both working hard and achieving desirable results.
Synonyms
- effort-reward
- input-output
- labor-result
