season

A2 · Elementary Countable noun

n. a set of episodes of a television show, usually shown over one year.

n. a series of television programme episodes broadcast during a specific period, typically annually.

“I stayed up late last night to finish the final episode of the second season.”

“The show's third season received critical acclaim for its character development and high production values.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a time of year when a particular activity happens, like sports or holidays.

n. a specific period of the year characterised by a particular activity, event, or social trend.

“The hotel is very expensive during the peak tourist season in July.”

“The football season typically runs from late summer through the following spring, culminating in the championship matches.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Computing

n. a period in a video game where new items and challenges are available.

n. a fixed period in live-service gaming during which specific themed content and rewards are accessible to players.

“The new season of the game starts tomorrow with a brand new map.”

“Players rushed to complete their challenges before the current season ended and the exclusive rewards became unavailable.”

B1 · Intermediate Cooking

v. to add salt, pepper, or spices to food to make it taste better.

v. to enhance the flavour of food by adding salt, herbs, or spices.

“Remember to season the meat with plenty of salt before you cook it.”

“The chef advised the students to season the sauce gradually, tasting it at every stage to ensure a balanced profile.”

C1 · Advanced Technical

v. to dry wood so that it is ready to be used for building or fire.

v. to prepare wood for use by drying it to reduce moisture content.

“The wood needs to season for at least a year before we can burn it.”

“Properly seasoned timber is less likely to warp or crack when used in high-end furniture construction.”

C2 · Proficiency Literary · Formal

v. to make someone experienced by having them do something for a long time.

v. to make someone experienced or accustomed to difficult conditions through long exposure.

“Years of working in the desert had seasoned the old explorer.”

“The harsh winter campaigns had seasoned the troops, turning the raw recruits into a disciplined and resilient force.”