noun
sequel
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noun
1
A book, film, or show that continues the story of an earlier one, usually picking up after it.
"The sequel made even more money than the original film."
"Fans have been asking for a sequel to the novel for years."
2
Whatever follows on from an earlier event, as its result or continuation.
"The scandal, and its sequel of resignations, dominated the news for weeks."
How to Use Sequel
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that comes after and continues on from what came before — most often used for follow-up books, films, or games.
Common pairings
a sequel to
film sequel
long-awaited sequel
Word Forms
sequels plural
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Etymology
From Old French sequelle, from Latin sequēla, from sequī, "to follow."