Definition of "latter" []

• Being the second of two persons or things mentioned: Between captain and major, the latter is the higher rank. See Usage Note at former2. (adjective)
• Near or nearer to the end: the latter part of the book. (adjective)
• Further advanced in time or sequence; later: a style that has been revived in latter times. (adjective)

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• "If my read of my neighbors plate is accurate, the latter translates as cold hash browns."
• "* It's easier to prove a global warming trend than "changing the climate" since the latter is a convoluted concept."