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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Instead, the video is a cheeky piece of promo for her upcoming movie Send Help. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Dec. 2025 The late basketball legend frequently visited China for Nike promo tours and during a handful of overseas NBA and Olympic games. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Dec. 2025 Use the promo code EXTRA to get 40 percent off at Madewell. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2025 In her promo video, featuring Bowen Yang and musical guest Cher, Grande wore a vintage Bob Mackie dress that was originally worn by legendary comedian and actress Carol Burnett. Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 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 1 Jan. 2026.

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