later

Latin

side

Variants:laterlateral

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From Latin laterālis (of or belonging to the side), from latus (side). Forms words about sides and directions: lateral (to the side), bilateral (two-sided), multilateral (many-sided), collateral (side by side), and quadrilateral (four-sided). Primarily used in geometry, diplomacy, and anatomy.

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bilateral

Involving two sides or parties equally; a two-party meeting

lateral

Of or relating to the side; sideways

multilateral

Involving three or more countries or parties

collateral

An asset pledged as loan security; secondary or accompanying

quadrilateral

A four-sided polygon; having four sides