minor league
The term "minor league" is most commonly associated with professional sports, particularly baseball, and can also describe something of lesser importance in a broader context.
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Definition
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(general)A professional sports league that operates below the top-level league, often serving as a developmental platform for players.
Example
- He was drafted by a minor league baseball team to hone his skills before joining the majors.
B2General
(figurative)A term used to describe something or someone of lesser importance or significance compared to others in the same field.
Example
- The startup was considered a minor league player in the tech industry.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "minor league":