promo

noun

pro·​mo ˈprō-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce promo (audio)
plural promos
often attributive
: a promotional announcement, blurb, or appearance

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Create a new account with the DraftKings promo code to get an instant $150 bonus offer for Saturday's MLB games and more. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Aug. 2025 Of course, Kross has morphed into a cult favorite of sorts among the WWE fan base after a blistering promo after WrestleMania 41 that ultimately resulted in a bigger role on TV. Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025 Save $1 on tickets when purchasing online (use promo code CHEAP). Laura Daily, Denver Post, 1 Aug. 2025 To order online, use promo code XGHGCKZ on the Chipotle app or website. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 27 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for promo

Word History

Etymology

short for promotional

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of promo was in 1946

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“Promo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/promo. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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