English English Dictionary

On the side opposite the front or nearest part; on the back side of; at the back of; on the other side of; as, behind a door; behind a hill.

Left after the departure of, whether this be by removing to a distance or by death.

Left a distance by, in progress of improvement Hence: Inferior to in dignity, rank, knowledge, or excellence, or in any achievement.

At the back part; in the rear.

Toward the back part or rear; backward; as, to look behind.

Not yet brought forward, produced, or exhibited to view; out of sight; remaining.

Backward in time or order of succession; past.

After the departure of another; as, to stay behind.

The backside; the rump.