variants or less commonly all-pro
US
: chosen as one of the best players within a league
used chiefly in the National Football League
an All-Pro wide receiver
All-Pro noun
or less commonly all-pro

Examples of All-Pro in a Sentence

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Bowers was named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler in his first season after setting a rookie record of 112 receptions. James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025 However, the Chargers lost All-Pro outside linebacker Khalil Mack to an arm injury on the final play of the first quarter. Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025 Meanwhile, the Chiefs and All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones stagnated Philly’s inside zone runs. Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025 The Chiefs continue to struggle in short-yardage plays, and one former Chiefs All-Pro offensive lineman expressed his displeasure on social media. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for All-Pro

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of All-Pro was in 1922

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“All-Pro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/All-Pro. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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