Seasonending

Seasonending is a compound adjective that describes something that brings a season to a close or marks the end of a defined seasonal period. The term can refer to events, conditions, or objects associated with the conclusion of a season. It is commonly hyphenated before a noun, for example season-ending injury.

In sports, season-ending events or conditions occur when a player or team cannot continue through the remainder of a season. A season-ending injury ends an athlete’s participation for the year. Teams may reach a season-ending point through playoffs or other formal conclusions of the season, and statistics and records are often reported with reference to the final outcomes.

In television and media, a season-ending episode or finale is produced to wrap up ongoing storylines for the season. The finale may resolve plots, set up new arcs for the next season, or deliver a cliffhanger that prompts viewer anticipation.

In agriculture and horticulture, a season-ending harvest refers to the final harvest of a growing season. Weather, pests, and crop schedules influence when a season ends, and growers may adjust planning in response to late-season conditions.

Other uses include phrases such as season-ending weather, season-ending drought, or season-ending changes in policy or practice, describing conditions that terminate seasonal activity or influence the annual cycle. The term is descriptive and widely used across sports, entertainment, and agricultural contexts.