Meaning & Definition of word "News"
News
/njuːz/
noun:
- 1. Newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent events.
- Example: The news reported that a major storm is approaching the city.
- 2. A presentation of current events in a medium such as television, radio, or print.
- Example: I always watch the evening news to stay updated on world events.
- 3. A person or thing that is remarkable or newsworthy.
- Example: Her promotion was big news in the office.
Etymology
●Middle English 'newes', from Old French 'noveles', plural of 'novelle', meaning 'new.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
read the news:
To look at or listen to reports of recent events.
no news is good news:
If you haven't heard anything bad, it likely means that things are proceeding well.
breaking news:
Recent news that is currently happening or just revealed.
Related Words
journalism:
The activity of gathering, assessing, creating, and presenting news.
report:
A formal account of an event or situation.
headline:
The title of a news story, often designed to grab attention.
Slang Meanings of news
Meaning: scoop
● Example Sentence: I got the scoop on the celebrity wedding before it was published.
Meaning: the 411
● Example Sentence: Give me the 411 on what happened at the party!
Meaning: buzz
● Example Sentence: There's a lot of buzz around the new movie coming out.