The period before the main season begins; the early part of a season.
From 'fore' (before) + 'season' (period of time). Compound formed in Middle English for describing preliminary periods in agricultural or sporting contexts.
In sports, the 'foreseason' (or pre-season) is when athletes train and show off new talents before games count—it's become crucial to modern professional sports strategy.
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