next-generation

American  

[nekst-jen-er-ay-shuhn] / ˈnɛkstˌdʒɛn ərˈeɪ ʃən /

adjective

1. signaling or representing a significant new stage in the development of something, especially a piece of technology.

2. of or relating to members of the younger or upcoming generation of a family.

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noun

plural

next-generations

1. a product that signals or represents a significant new stage in the development of something.

2. a member of the younger or upcoming generation of a family.

Example Sentences

“Our air- and missile-defense systems existed within environments that didn’t allow them to connect easily with our next-generation command-and-control.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

It would reinforce Shah's standing as Modi's most likely heir, potentially placing him ahead of rivals such as Yogi Adityanath, Nitin Gadkari and Rajnath Singh in the party's next-generation power hierarchy.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Applications range from extremely precise measurement tools to the development of next-generation quantum computers.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

“We look forward to closing the transaction in the coming months and realizing the creation of a next-generation media and entertainment company that better serves both the creative community and consumers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Livermore continued to work on Polaris during the moratorium, then followed with the next-generation submarine-launched nuclear missile, Poseidon.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik