afterpiece
afterpiece · afterpieces
An additional work following the main workAn additional work following the main work; especially, a minor entertainment performed after a play.
Meaning
2 senses(historical)An additional work following the main work; especially, a minor entertainment performed after a play.
The heel of a rudder.
More definitions
- a brief dramatic piece (usually comic) presented after a play
Origin
From after- + piece.From after- + piece.
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Forms
plural: afterpieces| Singular | afterpiece |
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