Meaning of the word "new wave" in English
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new wave
US /nuː weɪv/
UK /nuː weɪv/
Noun
1.
a genre of rock music that emerged in the late 1970s, characterized by its diverse styles, often incorporating elements of punk, pop, and electronic music, with a focus on synthesizers and a more polished sound than punk.
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Many bands from the 1980s are considered new wave.
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Her favorite music is new wave from the late 70s.
2.
a movement in cinema, particularly in France (Nouvelle Vague) in the late 1950s and 1960s, characterized by experimental techniques, unconventional narratives, and a rejection of traditional filmmaking conventions.
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French New Wave films often feature jump cuts and direct address to the camera.
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The director's style was heavily influenced by the New Wave movement.
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