afteract
|af-ter-act|
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/ˈæftərˌækt/
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/ˈɑːftəˌækt/
subsequent action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afteract' originates from Middle English, combining 'after' meaning 'following in time' and 'act' meaning 'a deed or action'.
Historical Evolution
'afteract' evolved from the Middle English word 'afteracte', which was used to describe actions following a main event.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an action following another', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an action or event that occurs after another.
The afteract of the meeting was a casual dinner.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 16:21