: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-generation
next-gen medicines
Next-gen tactical lasers will likely be electrically-powered and diode-pumped, since chemical lasers require storage and transport of heavy ingredients.Eric Adams
Those plans could include solar panels, modern heating and cooling systems, and next-gen tech to support a fleet of electric-powered buses.Justin Engel

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As for its creature comforts, Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, and next-gen Symmetry Flight Deck avionics, those are shared with its larger sibling. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2025 From conversational commerce and next-gen wearables to the rise of super apps and circular economies, 2025 could see cutting-edge tech seamlessly integrating into everyday life. Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Club name Eli Lilly also has a next-gen molecule targeting amylin. 7. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025 Also getting a lot of attention are next-gen materials. Sj Staff, Sourcing Journal, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for next-gen 

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next-generation

First Known Use

1995, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of next-gen was in 1995

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“Next-gen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-gen. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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