all-rounder

American

[awl-roun-der] / ˈɔlˈraʊn dər /

noun

a person of great versatility or wide-ranging skills.

The job needs an all-rounder who knows sales, accounting, and something about computers.

all-rounder British

noun

a versatile person, esp in a sport

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Etymology

Origin of all-rounder

1855–60; all (a)round + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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Four India players are recognised for their part in the thrilling 2-2 Test series draw in England - captain Shubman Gill, wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and pace bowler Mohammed Siraj.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

It featured the attempt by all-rounder Merckx to prevent the legendary powerhouse of the time, Belgium's Roger de Vlaeminck, from winning his fourth title.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Livingstone's place in the England team went to fellow all-rounder Will Jacks, who won four player-of-the-match awards at the T20 World Cup and was named in the team of the tournament.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

The all-rounder struggled at the Champions Trophy as England lost all three of their matches.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Being behind a small time publication, one had to be an all-rounder — looking after all areas of publication — editorial, circulation, advertising, printing, accounts, and whatever work was left to be done.

From Behind the News: Voices from Goa's Press by Various

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