aftercare

noun

af·​ter·​care ˈaf-tər-ˌker How to pronounce aftercare (audio)
: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (such as a hospital)

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What truly matters is the quality of planning, the protection of the donor area, and a calm, consistent aftercare plan that keeps you on track in the months that follow. Maria Williams, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025 Graft retention rates are generally favorable when procedures are performed correctly and proper aftercare is followed. Lyssanoel Frater, IndyStar, 6 Oct. 2025 When getting ready to leave, Dr. Nasir suggests creating an aftercare plan. Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025 Safdie’s love for Kerr included aftercare when the cameras stopped rolling. Rory Doherty, Time, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aftercare

Word History

Etymology

after- + care entry 1

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aftercare was in 1629

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“Aftercare.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aftercare. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

Medical Definition

aftercare

noun
af·​ter·​care -ˌke(ə)r, -ˌka(ə)r How to pronounce aftercare (audio)
: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (as a hospital or prison)
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