new wave noun
plural ∼ waves 1 [count] : a movement in which a group of people introduce new styles or ideas in art, music, politics, etc. — usually singular — often + of ▪ a new wave of feminism 2 New Wave [noncount] : a style of rock music that was popular especially in the 1970s and 1980s, has a strong beat, and uses many electronic instruments (such as keyboards)
▪ people who listened to punk, New Wave, or disco 3 [noncount] : a modern style of art, film, or fashion that tries to be very different or unusual often in a shocking way — often used before another noun ▪ new wave design/films
▪ people who listened to punk, New Wave, or disco
