Preseason: meaning, definitions and examples
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preseason
[ priːˈsiːzən ]
sports preparation
Preseason refers to the period of preparation that occurs before the start of a competitive sports season. During this time, teams often engage in practice sessions, training camps, and exhibition games to hone their skills and develop team chemistry.
Synonyms
practice season, preparatory season, training period.
Examples of usage
- The team worked hard during the preseason to improve their performance.
- Fans are excited to see the incoming rookies during preseason games.
- Coaches often use preseason matches to evaluate player fitness.
Translations
Translations of the word "preseason" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pré-temporada
🇮🇳 पूर्व-सीजन
🇩🇪 Vorsaison
🇮🇩 pra-musim
🇺🇦 передсезоння
🇵🇱 przedsezon
🇯🇵 プレシーズン
🇫🇷 pré-saison
🇪🇸 pretemporada
🇹🇷 öncesi sezon
🇰🇷 프리시즌
🇸🇦 ما قبل الموسم
🇨🇿 předsezóna
🇸🇰 predsezóna
🇨🇳 季前赛
🇸🇮 predsezona
🇮🇸 forsetning tímabils
🇰🇿 алдын ала маусым
🇬🇪 წინასეზონი
🇦🇿 müqavilə öncəsi
🇲🇽 pretemporada
Etymology
The term 'preseason' is a compound word formed from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'season,' which refers to a period characterized by a particular climate or activity. Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century, particularly in the context of sports, where it became essential for teams to prepare adequately before the main competition. As professional sports grew in popularity, the concept of preseason training evolved to include rigorous workouts, strategic planning, and the introduction of new players. Over the years, different sports have adopted their own versions of preseason schedules, showcasing varying levels of emphasis on readiness and performance before the official games start. The term is now widely recognized in sports discussions, media, and fan conversations.