After/ˈæftər/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Event Sequences Use 'after' to indicate what will be done next in plans or lists. After our meeting, let's have lunch. Pro Tip 2/3Cause and Effect 'After' can suggest that an event is a result of something that happened earlier. The streets were wet after the rain. Pro Tip 3/3Time Expressions 'After' often pairs with time-specific words to clarify timing. Let's meet after 6 PM.