Series

/ˈsɪəriːz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A number of things or events of the same class coming one after another in spatial or temporal succession.

The scientist discovered a series of events that led to the catastrophic failure.

A set of related television programs or radio broadcasts.

She binge-watched the entire series over the weekend.

A sequence of numbers or terms that follow a specific pattern.

In mathematics, a series can refer to the sum of the terms in a sequence.

A group of related products or items that are offered under a single brand or label.

The company launched a new series of smartphones with advanced features.

Late Middle English, from Latin 'series' meaning 'a row, chain'.

in a series

occurring one after another in a sequence.

an infinite series

a series that continues indefinitely without conclusion.

a series of unfortunate events

a series of adverse occurrences or situations.

sequel

A published work that continues the story or expands upon an earlier one.

cycle

A series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order.

pattern

A repeated decorative design or model.

Binge-worthy series

That show is so good, it's a real binge-worthy series!

Series finale

The series finale left everyone in tears.