off–season

noun off–sea·son \ˈȯf-ˌsē-z^ən\

: a period of time when travel to a particular place is less popular and prices are usually lower

sports : a period of time when official games, tournaments, etc., are not being played

Full Definition of OFF-SEASON

: a time of suspended or reduced activity; especially : the time during which an athlete is not training or competing

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