behind (/bɪˈhaɪnd/)

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Meaning

Meaning: at the back of

At or to the back of someone or something.

Examples

🗣 The garden is behind the house.

Etymology

From Old English ‘behindan’, from ‘be-‘ plus ‘hindan’ (from behind).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for physical position and for being late or supportive.

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Tags: preposition, position

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