Next: meaning, definitions and examples
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next
[ nekst ]
in a sequence
Coming after this one; being the one that follows; immediately following the present one.
Synonyms
following, subsequent, succeeding
Examples of usage
- The next chapter in the book continues the story.
- Let's meet again next week.
- He is scheduled to speak next.
in time or order
On the first occasion to come, at the first time; on the next occasion.
Synonyms
afterwards, subsequently, then
Examples of usage
- We'll do better next time.
- The meeting will take place next Tuesday.
- She is next in line for promotion.
the one that follows
The next person or thing is the one that comes immediately after the present one in order, place, or time.
Synonyms
following, subsequent, successor
Examples of usage
- I am next in line to get a promotion.
- The next in line for the throne.
Translations
Translations of the word "next" in other languages:
🇵🇹 próximo
🇮🇳 अगला
🇩🇪 nächste
🇮🇩 berikut
🇺🇦 наступний
🇵🇱 następny
🇯🇵 次
🇫🇷 prochain
🇪🇸 siguiente
🇹🇷 sonraki
🇰🇷 다음
🇸🇦 التالي
🇨🇿 další
🇸🇰 ďalší
🇨🇳 下一个
🇸🇮 naslednji
🇮🇸 næsta
🇰🇿 келесі
🇬🇪 შემდეგი
🇦🇿 növbəti
🇲🇽 siguiente
Word origin
The word 'next' originated from the Old English word 'neahst', which means nearest or closest. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to something that follows in order or time. The word has been used in English since the 12th century and has remained a common and versatile word in the language.