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/ˈleɪt.ɪst/ · adjective

Meaning

  1. Near the end of a period of time.
  2. Specifically, near the end of the day.
  3. (usually not comparable) Associated with the end of a period.
  4. Not arriving until after an expected time.
  5. Not having had an expected menstrual period.
  6. Deceased, dead: used particularly when speaking of the dead person's actions while alive. (Often used with "the"; see usage notes.)
  7. After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.
  8. Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.
  9. Not long ago; just now.
  10. The most recent thing, particularly information or news.

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