5G

American

abbreviation

Telecommunications, Digital Technology.

fifth-generation: being or relating to communications technology or a mobile device that supports much faster data-transfer speeds with significantly lower latency than previous versions.

a 5G network.

Etymology

Origin of 5G

First recorded in 2015–20

Example Sentences

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In 2024 she launched a clothing line including designs which claimed to protect wearers from Wi-Fi and 5G signals - although scientists have strongly rejected suggestions of any link with disease or poor health.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The company’s work for artificial intelligence data centers, 5G cellular infrastructure, computers, and smartphones among other sales services made up 21% of total revenue, according ON Semi’s regulatory filings.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Megatrends, including artificial intelligence, 5G, and Internet of Things, will pave the way for growth in test spending, leading to higher demand for AEM’s offerings in the long term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

That refers to an effort to win customers by combining phone service, 5G internet, and broadband under one, bundled contract.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

It had all the bells and whistles like AR support and 5G capabilities.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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