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all-around

all-a·round


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. with many abilities: able to do many things well, or useful in a number of different ways, and not specialized
the best all-around player for both offense and defense

2. all-inclusive: broad or comprehensive in scope
for all-around news coverage

3. in all directions: in all directions

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