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pro

1 pro /ˈproʊ/ noun
plural pros
1 pro
/ˈproʊ/
noun
plural pros
Britannica Dictionary definition of PRO
[count]
: an argument for something : a reason to do something usually plural
: a person who supports or is in favor of something
compare 3pro
2 pro /ˈproʊ/ adverb
2 pro
/ˈproʊ/
adverb
Britannica Dictionary definition of PRO
: in favor of something
3 pro /ˈproʊ/ noun
plural pros
3 pro
/ˈproʊ/
noun
plural pros
Britannica Dictionary definition of PRO
[count]
: someone who is paid to participate in a sport or activity : professional
: someone who has a lot of experience or skill in a particular job or activity

the pros

US, somewhat informal
: the professional level of competition in a sport
compare 1pro
4 pro /ˈproʊ/ adjective
4 pro
/ˈproʊ/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of PRO
always used before a noun
: paid to participate in a sport or activity : professional
: done by people who are paid to play or compete in a sport or activity : professional