new year

noun

1. the year approaching or newly begun.
2. New Year's Day.
3. (initial capital letters) the first day or few days of a year in any of various calendars.

New Year

noun

1. the first day or days of the year in various calendars, usually celebrated as a holiday

Word History and Origins

Origin of new year¹

Middle English word dating back to 1150–1200

Example Sentences

Waring was also said to have helped Chapman take the car to a rural location near Frodsham, Cheshire, on New Year's Eve, where it was later found burned out.

From BBC

The military veteran’s qualifications include regularly co-hosting Fox’s annual New Year’s Eve countdown.

From Los Angeles Times

The Scottish government said that it needed time to consider views and a new timetable would be worked out in the new year.

From BBC

The accident occurred on New Year’s Day 2023 while he was clearing the driveway at his home in Nevada.

From Los Angeles Times

The NPA says it will be left with no choice but to recommend pharmacies withdraw services from as early as the new year, if funding isn't increased.

From BBC