post-war
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/poʊst wɔr/
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/pəʊst wɔː/
after the war
Etymology
Etymology Information
'post-war' originates from the English prefix 'post-' meaning 'after' and the word 'war'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'post-war' was coined in the 20th century to describe the period following World War II.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'after the war', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the period after a war, especially World War II.
The post-war economy experienced rapid growth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45