Urban Dictionary: latter

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The latter commonly used in English Literature , when used in a sentence means, the 2nd of the two words.

I could either go and read a book or fap. The latter sounds more appealing.

by FiendishFish August 04, 2007

The second option of the two, but when stated sounds like a third option.

Steve: We can either use a boom lift or scissor lift to get up to there.

Chuck Norris: I prefer the latter.

by Life lemons December 13, 2018

by larstait October 11, 2003

An individual (usually geeky) who is academically gifted and enjoy sharing his knowledge with others. His effortless

Paul helped me with my homework last night, he's such a Latter!

by TheRealPJG May 29, 2011

Used in 16th and 17th english literature to say the subject. The newer version of latter is the word it. A lesser known pronoun used for anything.

My cat is sick. The latter doesn't seem to be getting better.

by Zickddot December 21, 2006

I totally think she just typed letter wrong and auto correct failed her. Should I ask her if she meant letter or latter?

by jessica65t6 May 09, 2020

Used as a form to say goodbye between friends.

Etimology: Distortion Language. Used instead of "later."

by Chingon December 15, 2005