afterharm
|af-ter-harm|
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/ˈæftərˌhɑrm/
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/ˈɑːftəˌhɑːm/
consequence after event
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterharm' originates from Middle English, combining 'after' meaning 'following in time' and 'harm' meaning 'injury or damage'.
Historical Evolution
'afterharm' evolved from the Old English words 'æfter' and 'hearm', eventually becoming the modern English word 'afterharm'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'harm occurring after an event', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a negative effect or consequence that occurs after an event or action.
The afterharm of the financial crisis was felt for years.
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Last updated: 2025/05/26 10:36