(ma-jor-leagues) 3 syllables

Definition

plural noun. the highest level of professional sports leagues in the United States, particularly in baseball and basketball, where the best teams and players compete.

Example Sentence

The best baseball players aspire to play in the major leagues.

More Example Sentences

He dreamed of hitting home runs in the major leagues one day.

Synonyms

top leagues; professional leagues; elite leagues

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