play-off

🇺🇸 /ˈpleɪ ɔːf/ 🇬🇧 /ˈpleɪ ɒf/
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noun
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A game or series of games played to decide the winner when two teams have the same score or points.

The team had to compete in a play-off to secure their spot in the finals.

translation

n. A game or series of games played to decide the winner when two teams have the same score or points.

Word Forms

Plural play-offs