01 n A report of recent occurrences; information of something that has lately taken place, or of something before unknown; fresh tidings; recent…
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A report of recent occurrences; information of something that has lately taken place, or of something before unknown; fresh tidings; recent intelligence.“Evil news rides post, while good news baits.” — Milton.
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Something strange or newly happened.“It is no news for the weak and poor to be a prey to the strong and rich.” — L'Estrange.
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A bearer of news; a courier; a newspaper.[Obs.]“There cometh a news thither with his horse.” — Pepys.