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Definition of new-sprung in US English:

new-sprung

adjective

  • That has newly sprung into existence; that has lately sprung up.

Origin

Late 15th century; earliest use found in Gilbert Hay (c1397–c1465), soldier and poet. From new + sprung.

Pronunciation

new-sprung

/ˌnjuːˈsprʌŋ/