"dump months" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From the sense that movie studios are "dumping" poor-quality and limited-appeal films during those months. Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} dump months pl (plural only)
  1. (film) The two periods of the year, often described as January and February and mid-August through September, when new movie releases are either poor-quality, cheaply made, or intended for niche audiences, since low movie attendance limits the potential box office return. Wikipedia link: dump months Tags: plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Film
    Sense id: en-dump_months-en-noun-UIKulyvj Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English pluralia tantum Topics: broadcasting, film, media, television

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