Next/nekst/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Temporal Reference Use 'next' to indicate something happening immediately after the current period or event. He's planning his vacation for next summer. Pro Tip 2/3Implicit Future 'Next' implies a future event without needing to specify 'in the future'. The next chapter will reveal the mystery. Pro Tip 3/3Order Sequence Indicate order by using 'next', especially when describing steps or procedures. First, mix the ingredients; next, bake for 30 minutes.