/ˈleɪtə/
adjective
Near the end of a period of time.Specifically, near the end of the day.(usually not comparable) Associated with the end of a period.Not arriving until after an expected time.Not having had an expected menstrual period.Deceased, dead: used particularly when speaking of the dead person's actions while alive. (Often used with "the"; see usage notes.)Existing or holding some position not long ago, but not now; departed, or gone out of office.Recent — relative to the noun it modifies.Of a star or class of stars, cooler than the sun.adverb
After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.Not long ago; just now.adverb
Afterward in time (used with than when comparing with another time).At some unspecified time in the future.interjection
See you later; goodbye.