promo

noun

pro·​mo ˈprō-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce promo (audio)
plural promos
often attributive
Synonyms of promonext
: a promotional announcement, blurb, or appearance

Examples of promo in a Sentence

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On March 5, A24 dropped new promo for The Drama, starring Zendaya and Rob Pattinson. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026 Chalamet’s comments have prompted reactions from the ballet community, which included ballet dancer Misty Copeland, who was featured in a promo for Marty Supreme. Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2026 Emily Blunt appeared in a new promo video for The Devil Wears Prada 2, wearing a striking sleeveless black keyhole top held together by a pearl. Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026 On the set of Saturday Night Live ahead of the pop star’s upcoming hosting and performing stint, the comedian got a little too comfortable impersonating that week’s guest in a promo video posted Wednesday (March 11). Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2026 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 17 Mar. 2026.

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