latest

adjective

lat·est | \ ˈlā-təst

Definition of latest

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 archaic : last

2 : most recent

latest

noun

Definition of latest (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : the latest acceptable time —usually used in the phrase at the latest

2 : something that is the most recent or currently fashionable the latest in diving techniques

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Examples of latest in a Sentence

Adjective

She's interested in all the latest fashions. He is the latest person to announce his resignation.

Noun

that skirt is the absolute latest!

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Revenue figures disappointed, however, and the company warned growth could slow in the latest holiday quarter. — Laura Stevens, WSJ, "Amazon Reports Another Profit but Sales Underwhelm," 25 Oct. 2018 Latest opinion polls show him as the front-runner in the 2018 presidential election. — Mario Sergio Lima, Bloomberg.com, "Brazil's Popular Leader Lula Convicted: a Guide to What's Next," 12 July 2017

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