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Definition of Behind
Behind
be·hind


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(preposition)
on or at the far/other side of something, typically in a way that hides it, sometimes figuratively as providing depth to a situation;

e.g. We couldn't see who was behind the curtain - we could only hear their voice. She told us the reason behind her decision.

(preposition)
further toward the back or end of a line or sequence;

e.g. His car was behind a large truck, so he couldn't see what was causing the delay on the road.

(preposition)
offering support to someone/something, or being responsible for something;

e.g. They promised that they would be behind me regardless of what I chose to do. You must have guessed that she was behind this plan.

(adverb)
toward or at the back/rear side of something/someone, or after someone/something in a sequence or line;

e.g. He parked behind the building and walked around to the front door. I walked behind her because I didn't know where to go.

(adverb)
remaining in a position or place after other people/things have gone;

e.g. We might stay behind for another day while the rest of our group leaves.

(adjective)
slow, delayed, or late in doing something;

e.g. Their group is behind on the project, so they will need to work extra if they want to finish it on time.

(noun)
(informal) a person's buttocks;

e.g. The pants were too tight to fit his behind, and they ripped when he tried to sit down.




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