all-around

American  

[awl-uh-round] / ˈɔl əˌraʊnd /

Also all-round

adjective

1. able to do many things; versatile.

   an all-around player.

2. broadly applicable; not specialized.

   an all-around education.

3. inclusive; comprehensive; complete.

   an all-around failure.

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all-around British  

adjective

1. (prenominal) the US equivalent of all-round

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Etymology

Origin of all-around

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

Jordan Chiles earned another perfect score on her floor routine, capping off a night that would give her another all-around individual title.

From Los Angeles Times

Another reason Palisades is one of the favorites to win the Open Division is the all-around play of freshman guard Phillip Reed, who is averaging 17 points, six assists and six rebounds.

From Los Angeles Times

Chiles won the individual all-around title with a score of 9.975.

From Los Angeles Times

But Tien’s all-around ability in every other aspect of the game gives him an uncanny ability to stay in rallies.

From The Wall Street Journal

After winning back-to-back Big Ten gymnast of the week awards, Chiles won the all-around individual title Saturday, finishing with a total of 39.675.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• versatile