season
//ˈsiːzən//
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.
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.