March Madness bracket
Definition
A printable or digital grid used by fans to predict the winners and progression of teams in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, popularly known as March Madness, which spans from mid-March to early April.
The framework for office pools, betting contests, or casual wagers during the single-elimination playoff frenzy, often leading to dramatic upsets and shattered dreams.
Examples
My March Madness bracket had the top seed cruising to the title, until a plucky 12th seed turned it into confetti.
He spent hours crafting the perfect March Madness bracket, only for his bracket-busting buzzer-beater to send it straight to the trash.
Filling out a March Madness bracket is basically gambling with loyalty – pick your underdog and pray for bracket immortality.
Her flawless March Madness bracket last year earned her eternal glory and the office pizza fund for a month.