Definition

Referring to the period before the main season of a sport or activity begins, often used for training or preparation.

Example

The team worked hard during the preseason to improve their skills before the competition starts.

Conversation

Are you excited for the preseason games this year?

Definitely! I love watching the teams prepare for the season.

I can't wait to see how our team performs in the preseason.

Me too! It's a great way to gauge their skills before the real games.

Definition

The time just before a new season starts, when athletes train hard and play practice games.

Example

The team worked hard during the preseason to prepare for the upcoming championship.

Conversation

Are you excited for the preseason games this year?

Definitely! I can't wait to see how the team performs.

I heard they have been training really hard during the preseason.

Root Explanation

Preseason → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "season" (from Old French *saison*, meaning a period or time). The word "preseason" refers to the period before the main season begins.

Memory Tip

Think of the time that comes "before" ('pre-') the main "period" ('season') of an event, like sports.

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