Old English lætra "slower," comparative of læt "late" (see late (adj.)). Sense of "second of two" first recorded 1550s. The modern later is a formation from mid-15c.
双语例句
1. He holds the belief that he is a latter-day prophet.
他深信自己是当代先知。
来自柯林斯例句
2. In his latter years religious mania clouded his mind.
晚年的时候，对宗教的狂热让他丧失心智。
来自柯林斯例句
3. He tracked down his cousin and uncle. The latter was sick.
他追查到了堂弟和叔叔的下落，发现叔叔这时正在病中。
来自柯林斯例句
4. I would unhesitatingly choose the latter option.
