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neo

new, neo-

adjective NEH-oh Rare

Origin: Greek neos, new

Usage Note

Neo is used as an invariable prefix-adjective meaning 'newly' or 'neo-' (neo eletto = newly elected, neoliberismo = neoliberalism). As a standalone adjective it precedes the noun and never changes for gender or number. Note: neo is also a separate noun meaning 'mole' (skin blemish) or 'flaw,' so context disambiguates.

Examples

"Il neo eletto presidente ha parlato alla nazione."

Natural Translation

The newly elected president spoke to the nation.

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