after
//ˈæf.tɚ//
Preposition
1
Following in time; later than; subsequent to.
We'll go to the park after lunch.
2
Behind in place or position.
Please close the door after you.
3
In pursuit or search of.
The police ran after the thief.
4
In allusion to; in imitation of; following the example of.
The baby was named after his grandfather.
5
Next in importance or rank.
She is the second most important person in the company after the CEO.
Adverb
1
Later in time; afterwards; subsequently.
We had lunch and went shopping after.
2
Behind; in the rear.
You go first, and I'll follow after.
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Antonym
Conjunction
1
Following the time that; subsequent to the time when.
Call me after you arrive home.
Adjective
1
Later; following; subsequent.
In after years, he often thought about that day.