season

//ˈsiːzən//
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Noun

seasonSingular
seasonsPlural
1

One of the four divisions of the year (spring, summer, autumn/fall, winter) marked by particular weather patterns and daylight hours.

Winter is my favorite season of the year.

2

A period of the year characterized by particular conditions, activities, or events.

Summer is the best season for swimming.

3

A set of episodes of a television series or a period of games in a sports competition.

The new season of the show starts next month.

Synonym

Verb

1

To add salt, herbs, spices, or other flavorings to food.

Season the soup with salt and pepper.

2

To make wood suitable for use by drying it out over time.

The wood needs to be seasoned for at least a year before it can be used for furniture.