First Period (Noun)
Meaning
The first division into which the play of a game is divided.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The home team scored two goals in the first period and went on to win the game.
- The first period was a close one, with both teams creating several scoring chances.
- The coach made some key adjustments during the intermission between the first period and the second.
- The first period ended with the score tied at 1-1, setting up a thrilling finish to the game.
- The team's strong start in the first period carried over into the rest of the game.