Here is an examle for you.
on *:input:*: {
if ($1 == e) {
echo -a $2-
halt
}
}
If you type: e $calc(5+5)
It will echo in your active window: 10
In other words, it saves you from typing //echo -a
Of course, you could just make an /e alias, but that does mean you have to type / as well.
Anyhow, I think you had more in mind than just saving some typing, so just use this example to get you where you want.