preseason
/priˈsizən/
noun
- The period of time before the official start of a sports season, used for training and practice games.
- Fans are excited to see the new players in the preseason matches.
- The team trained hard during the preseason to prepare for the regular games.
- Injuries during the preseason can affect a player's performance all year.
adjective
- Relating to or happening in the time before the official start of a sports season.
- She bought tickets for the preseason exhibition match.
- The coach scheduled several preseason games to test the team's strategy.
- Preseason training camps are often held in warm locations.