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Aftereffect Definition & Meaning

aftereffect
noun
  1. any result that follows its cause after an interval
  2. a delayed effect of a drug or therapy; "the drug had unexpected aftereffects"

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Frequently asked questions

What does aftereffect mean?
any result that follows its cause after an interval a delayed effect of a drug or therapy; "the drug had unexpected aftereffects"
What part of speech is aftereffect?
Aftereffect is a noun.
How many definitions does aftereffect have?
Aftereffect has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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