Meaning & Definition of word "New"

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    New

    /nuː/

    adjective:

    • 1. not existing before; made, introduced, or discovered recently or now for the first time.
      • Example: She bought a new car that just came out last month.
    • 2. having recently come into existence or being created.
      • Example: The new restaurant in town has already become quite popular.
    • 3. different from the old or used; fresh.
      • Example: He wanted to start a new chapter in his life after the breakup.
    • 4. recently acquired or added.
      • Example: I have a new job that I am really excited about.
    • 5. recently or newly arrived.
      • Example: A new student joined our class this week.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'niwe', related to Old High German 'niuwi' and Dutch 'nieuw'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    new blood:

    Fresh ideas or people that bring energy to a situation.

    new kid on the block:

    A person who is new to a particular place or situation.

    new normal:

    A situation that has become standard or typical after a significant change.

    Related Words

    renew:

    To make like new; restore to freshness.

    news:

    Newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent events.

    novelty:

    The quality of being new, original, or unusual.

    Slang Meanings of new

    Meaning: The 'new' thing

    Example Sentence: That restaurant is the new thing in town!

    Meaning: Newbie

    Example Sentence: I'm a total newbie at this game.