afterthought
/ˈæft.ɚ.θɔt/ · noun
Meaning
- A reflection after an act; a later or subsequent thought, action, or expedient.
- Something additional to the original plan or concept.
- (very rare except in the past tense, possibly nonstandard) To expound as an afterthought.
- To think about after the fact, reflect on.
- To repent, or feel remorse for; to regret.
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