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

There are try-on sticks to preview stud sizes before committing to a piercing, and post-piercing aftercare tips, too. — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026

In 13% cases surveyed, auditors could not find evidence of at least six months of aftercare services provided to the family after reunification. — CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026

An all inclusive hair transplant cost in Turkey may include hotel accommodation, airport transfers, interpreter support, consultation and early aftercare. — Malana Vantyler, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

The good news is that a few simple aftercare steps can make all the difference, starting with knowing what to put on your legs after shaving. — Emma-Jade Stoddart, Glamour, 5 July 2026

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)