noun
latest
LAY-tihst
noun
1
The most recent news, information, or version of something.
"Have you heard the latest on the merger?"
"This is the latest in a long line of superhero films."
How to Use Latest
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe newest or most up-to-date thing or piece of news.
Common pairings
the latest news
the latest fashion
hear the latest
Word Forms
latests plural
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Etymology
From Old English latost, the superlative of "late". A doublet of "last".