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subsequent

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbsɪkw(ə)nt/
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Definition of subsequent

adjective

  • coming after something in time; following:the theory was developed subsequent to the earthquake of 1906
  • Geology (of a stream or valley) having a direction or character determined by the resistance to erosion of the underlying rock, and typically following the strike of the strata.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, or from Latin subsequent- 'following after' (from the verb subsequi)

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The ending of subsequent is spelled -ent.

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