behind
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: behine
Sense 1
Meaning · English
At or in the rear or back part of something.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The water flows out through the pipe, and the sediment collects behind.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In a rearward direction.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
So as to come after someone or something in position, distance, advancement, ranking, time, etc.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “behind” mean?
At or in the rear or back part of something.
Is “behind” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.