1. the time of year when a sport or activity is not in regular play or operation

1. occurring during or relating to the offseason; not during the main season

Examples

• During the offseason, many baseball players train and rest before spring training begins.
• The team signed several new players during the offseason.
• Offseason travel to popular destinations is often cheaper than peak season travel.
• Coaches use the offseason to develop new strategies and improve player conditioning.
• The resort offers discounted rates during the offseason.
• Many athletes take time off during the offseason to recover from injuries.