transfer window
The term "transfer window" is commonly used in sports, particularly soccer, and in space science to denote specific timeframes for certain activities.
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Definition
B2Soccer
(informal)A designated period when soccer clubs can buy, sell, or loan players.
Example
- The summer transfer window is always an exciting time for fans as teams look to strengthen their squads.
- Many top players move to new clubs during the transfer window.
C1Space Science
(technical, academic)A specific period when a spacecraft can travel between celestial bodies with minimal fuel usage.
Example
- Scientists calculated the optimal transfer window for the mission to Mars.
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