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Etymology

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From all +‎ round, initially “everywhere” (1728), “versatile” from 1867.[1]

Adjective

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all-round

  1. Having a wide scope, comprehensive.
    Synonym: comprehensive
  2. Having many skills, versatile. [from 1867]
    Synonyms: (US) all-around, well-rounded, versatile
    • 2018 July 15, Jonathan Jurejko, “Novak Djokovic wins fourth Wimbledon by beating Kevin Anderson”, in BBC Sport[1]:
      While reaching last year's US Open final showed he possesses an all-round game, Anderson's biggest weapon remains his serve - which he lost in the opening game against Djokovic with a double fault on break point.

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References

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  1. ^ Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “all-round”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.