plural promos
often attributive
: a promotional announcement, blurb, or appearance

Examples of promo in a Sentence

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Don't miss out on the chance to hit the ground running with this promo. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025 The promo includes shots of many of the opinion-show personalities that make up the bulk of the progressive network’s new weekday schedule, which is slated to debut in the next few weeks. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025 Save on designer-worthy eyewear with Quay promo codes for 30% off, vetted by Glamour. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2025 How To Claim Your Spring Treats Most of these First Day of Spring deals are available in-store, but some require loyalty apps or promo codes. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for promo

Word History

Etymology

short for promotional

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of promo was in 1946

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“Promo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/promo. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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