Baseball. either of the two top-tier baseball leagues (the American League and theNational League ) that are organized under and regulated by MLB.
Sports. a league of corresponding stature in certain other sports, such as ice hockey, soccer, football, or basketball.
Sports. of or relating to the major leagues, especially in baseball.
Informal. belonging to or among the best or most important of its kind.
a major-league orchestra.
An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
An Americanism dating back to 1905–10; adjective use of major league ( def. )
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The defender enjoyed a solid Major League Soccer career spanning a decade between 2006 and 2016, appearing for New York Red Bulls, Toronto, Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
F1 followed Major League Soccer onto Apple TV and tied its U.S. future to the streaming platform.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
If it had been solely up to the Major League Soccer side, Griezmann would already be in the United States.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Major League Baseball had pitch-rigging betting issues with two Cleveland pitchers, and in March it cut a licensing deal with Polymarket.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
“One thing’s for sure, I’ll never be able to sit through dull old Major League Baseball again.”
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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