Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word In a position toward the back or rear part, not in front or leading.
Behind
/bɪˈhaɪnd/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The cat is behind the chair.He walks behind her on the street.
Etymology:
Originating from Old English "begeondan" meaning at the back of, a combination of "be" (by) and "geondan" (beyond), akin to German "hinter".
Usage Statistics:
205 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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