Definition of new-fangled in English English dictionary
disapproval If someone describes a new idea or a new piece of equipment as new-fangled, they mean that it is too complicated or is unnecessary. Mr Goss does not believe in any of this `new-fangled nonsense' about lean meat. a newfangled tax structure
An object, device, any product of mankind, which is deemed futuristic, unnecessary, and occasionally gay. Something is often called new fangled by a cranky old man who is spiteful of this new and awesome technology. Types of art can be considered new fangled as well, particularly music commonly created by young people