afterlife
UK: ˈɑːftəlaɪf | US: ˈæftərlaɪf
Definition
n. the existence believed to follow after death
n. a later period in history or a subsequent state
Structure
after <subsequent>life <existence>
Etymology
The word "afterlife" is a straightforward compound of "after" (Old English æfter, meaning "behind in time or place") and "life" (Old English līf, meaning "animate existence"). It emerged in Middle English (14th century) to describe the concept of existence beyond death, reflecting a logical fusion of temporal ("after") and existential ("life") ideas. The term retains its transparent structure, making it easily analyzable for learners.
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