Meaning of the word "group stage" in English

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group stage

US /ˈɡruːp steɪdʒ/
UK /ˈɡruːp steɪdʒ/
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Noun

1.

a phase in a tournament where teams or competitors are divided into groups and play against each other, with the top performers advancing to the next round

Example:
Our team successfully advanced from the group stage to the quarterfinals.
The draw for the group stage will be held next month.
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