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Definition of aftercare

aftercare

/ˈæf.tɚˌkɛɹ/
af · ter · care
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• noun

1

The attention, medical treatment, or social support provided to someone recovering from an illness, surgery, cosmetic procedure, or period of institutionalization.

Example

"The physical therapist provided detailed instructions on the aftercare required following knee surgery."

2

Supervised childcare provided for students after regular school hours have ended.

Example

"Both parents work until five o'clock, so they enrolled their children in the elementary school's aftercare program."

3

Ongoing maintenance, servicing, and customer support provided by a seller or manufacturer after a product has been purchased.

Example

"The dealership's warranty package includes three years of comprehensive vehicle aftercare and roadside assistance."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aftercare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aftercare
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