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Definition new year in American English

new year noun

[countable] noun
1

the time around the beginning of a new year, when people celebrate

Example

We had a very quiet new year.

Example

She's visiting them some time in the new year.

Example

Everyone kissed and wished each other a Happy New Year.

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Definition new year in American English