Later
Example: We will talk about it later today
Definition
"Later" is an adverb used to indicate a time subsequent to the present or a previously mentioned time, often referring to a point further along in the future. For example, in the phrase "We will talk about it later today," it suggests a discussion will happen after the current moment but within the same day.
Etymology
The word "later" comes from Old English "lætra," the comparative form of "læt" meaning 'slow' or 'late.' Over time, it evolved to signify a point in time following the present. Did you know that its root is related to the idea of delay or slowness, which naturally fits with something occurring after an initial time?
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"Later" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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