behind

/bɪhˈa‍ɪnd/

/bɪˈhaɪnd/

[adverb] [noun] [preposition] [adjective]

behind

[ADVERB]

toward or at the back of something or someone

remaining in a place or condition that has been left or departed from

in debt

synonyms : behindhand

in arrears

in or into an inferior position

of timepieces

synonyms : slow

at a later stage or point in time than expected or planned

Behind

[NOUN]

the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on

synonyms : arse

behind

at or toward the back of something or someone, typically hidden by it or them

behind

[ADJECTIVE]

having the lower score or lagging position in a contest

Examples

1. The old castle stands proudly behind the stone walls.

2. Our equipment is a bit behind the times.

3. The meeting was held behind closed doors.

4. The soccer team practices on the field behind the school.

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