latter
/ˈlæt̬.əɹ/
adjective
🇬🇧 UK
/ˈlæt̬.əɹ/
🇺🇸 US
/ˈlæt̬.əɹ/
Meaning
-
Meaning 1 · adjective
Relating to or being the second of two items.
-
Meaning 2 · adjective
Near (or nearer) to the end.
-
Meaning 3 · adjective
In the past, but close (or closer) to the present time.
How this word is used
- Everyday “In everyday speech, people use “latter” when they mean: relating to or being the second of two items..”
- Academic “Scholars may discuss “latter” carefully in formal writing.”
- Business “Teams often rely on clear use of “latter” in professional communication.”
Explain Like I'm New
AI explanations are generated and may differ from dictionary definitions.
Translate
Antonyms
Origin
Origin information unavailable.