Definition: Afterwhile is a literary term that means a momentary interruption in a continuous narrative or poem. It is derived from the Latin words "ad" and "mens" meaning 'to' and 'man' respectively. Afterwhile can occur after a period of pause, such as during a pause in conversation. The term refers to a brief moment of discontinuity, which serves as an additional element of interest or meaning in the poem.
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