1. A sports league where players receive some payment or compensation but are not fully professional, often maintaining other employment
He played in a semi-pro league while working as an accountant during the day.
Ele jogava em uma liga semi-profissional enquanto trabalhava como contador durante o dia.
2. An athletic competition level between amateur and professional sports
The semi-pro league provided a stepping stone for players aiming for the major leagues.
A liga semi-profissional fornecia um trampolim para jogadores que almejavam as ligas principais.