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Dictionary Entry

behind

preposition

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Meaning

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At, in, or to the rear of something or someone; in a position further back.

Example Sentence

The cat hid behind the sofa when the doorbell rang.

Usage Note

Used to describe location or position relative to something else, indicating what is at the back. It can also refer to being delayed or in a previous state or time.