all-around
American
[awl-uh-round]
/ ˈɔl əˌraʊnd /
Also
all-round
adjective
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able to do many things; versatile.
an all-around player.
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broadly applicable; not specialized.
an all-around education.
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inclusive; comprehensive; complete.
an all-around failure.
all-around
British
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-around
First recorded in 1720–30
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