off season — a time of year when there is less activity in a particular business or sport
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a time of year when there is less activity in a particular business or sport
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔːf ˈsiːzən/
Example Sentences
- The ski resort was like a ghost town during the off season - even the snowmen had packed their bags!
- Many athletes use the off season to rest and recover from injuries.
- Off-season shopping is great for your wallet but terrible for your ego when nothing fits.
off season
NOUN[/ˈɔːf ˈsiːzən/]
a time of year when there is less activity in a particular business or sport
a hotel owner sits on his front porch reading a book with only a few guests visible in the distance. The beach behind him shows empty lounge chairs and closed umbrellas lined up unused. Most of the nearby shops have their shutters down and no crowds are walking the boardwalk. A lone tourist couple walks slowly past the quiet establishments. The peaceful scene shows much less activity than the busy summer months. a time of year when there is less activity in a particular business or sport
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Off-season is a compound formation combining 'off' (meaning away from or disconnected) and 'season' (a period of time). It refers to the period outside the main activity or peak business season, particularly in sports, tourism, or entertainment industries.
Breakdown
off- (away from, disconnected) + season (a period of time or activity). The compound denotes a time interval removed from the principal or busiest period of operation.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The ski resort was like a ghost town during the off season - even the snowmen had packed their bags!”
“Many athletes use the off season to rest and recover from injuries.”
“Off-season shopping is great for your wallet but terrible for your ego when nothing fits.”
“The travel agency offers significant discounts during off-season periods.”
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