aftercare

noun

af·​ter·​care ˈaf-tər-ˌker 

: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (such as a hospital)

Examples of aftercare in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What’s just as important as (and often easier than) aftercare, though, is prevention, Dr. Nazarian adds. —Jenna Ryu, SELF, 19 Mar. 2025

But the best aftercare is one that is recommended by your esthetician. —Audrey Noble, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2024

In most Turkish clinics, hotel accommodation, transfers, and aftercare are included in the total cost, making this more affordable and an inclusive package for international patients who want the best in hair restoration. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025

Following aftercare instructions closely is essential, as psoriasis increases the risk of infection after cosmetic procedures. —Sarah Bence, Otr/l, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

after- + care entry 1

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for aftercare

• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware
• legionnaire

Medical Definition

aftercare

noun

af·​ter·​care -ˌke(ə)r, -ˌka(ə)r 

: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (as a hospital or prison)