after
Used to show that something happens later than another thing.
Indicating that something happens at a time later than another event or point in time.
Happening at a time later than before.
At a time following something previously mentioned or implied.
Used to say that something is true because another thing has happened.
Used to mean 'because' or 'considering that' in certain contexts.
Used to show something is next in order or position.
Indicating that something comes next in a sequence or list.
Used to say someone is trying to get or catch someone or something.
Indicating that someone is trying to find, catch, or obtain something or someone.
- Base: after
- Plural: afters
after all
1Considering all the facts/reasons
Used to say something is true when you think about all the facts or reasons.
- We decided not to go, after all it was raining heavily.
- He might be late, but he’s reliable, after all.
go after
1Try to get/catch something/someone
To try to get, catch, or achieve something or someone.
- He decided to go after his dream job.
- The cat went after the mouse.
name after
1Give same name as another person/thing
To give someone or something the same name as another person or thing.
- They named their son after his grandfather.
- The street was named after a famous poet.
run after
1Physically chase someone/something moving away
To run in order to catch someone or something moving away from you.
- The boy ran after the ice cream truck.
- She ran after him to give back his wallet.
look after
1take care of someone/something
To take care of someone or something and keep them safe or in good condition.
- Can you look after my dog while I’m away?
- Can you look after my cat while I’m away?
- She looks after her younger brother every afternoon.