Afterings

Pronunciation: /ˈæftərɪŋz/

Definitions of afterings

noun a plural noun referring to the act of following or pursuing something, typically used in the context of hunting

Example Sentences

A1 Afterings are the traditions or customs that come after a wedding ceremony.

A2 In some cultures, afterings involve a special feast or celebration.

B1 The afterings of the wedding included dancing and music.

B2 Afterings can vary greatly depending on the cultural background of the couple.

C1 The afterings of the royal wedding were attended by dignitaries from around the world.

C2 Afterings are often seen as a way to continue the celebration of a marriage with family and friends.

Examples of afterings in a Sentence

formal The afterings of the event were carefully planned to ensure a smooth transition.

informal We'll deal with the afterings of the party tomorrow, let's just enjoy tonight.

slang I'm not worried about the afterings, everything will work out in the end.

figurative The afterings of her decision left a lasting impact on everyone involved.

Grammatical Forms of afterings

• past tense: aftered
• plural: afterings
• comparative: more aftering
• superlative: most aftering
• present tense: after
• future tense: will after
• perfect tense: have aftered
• continuous tense: is aftering
• singular: aftering
• positive degree: aftering
• infinitive: to after
• gerund: aftering
• participle: aftered

Origin and Evolution of afterings

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English and Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'afterings' originated from Old English and Middle English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the placenta of an animal after giving birth, the term 'afterings' evolved over time to also mean the act of following or coming after something.