inning
game division
[C] Countable
pl: innings
The term carries a strong sense of a discrete window of opportunity. In sports, it defines a strict period of play where the roles of offense and defense are absolute, creating a rhythmic cycle of pressure and relief.
Outside of sports, the word is used to describe a phase or a chapter of a person's life or career. It suggests a specific era of productivity or influence, often implying that the person has reached a certain stage of maturity or is approaching the end of their professional tenure.
Used to count the specific segments of a game, such as the first or ninth inning.
Meanings
Examples
He has had a long inning in professional cricket.
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