afterflow
Etymology
From after- + flow.
afterflow means any flow or issue of fluid which continues after the expected cessation; a later or residual flow; drip. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 87 out of 100.
noun
- Any flow or issue of fluid which continues after the expected cessation; a later or residual flow; drip.“Free gas in the riser was therefore subjected to a slight but continuous decrease in compressibility which merely served to prolong the period of afterflow.”
- Any outflow or discharge following an event.“After an adventure or an incident involving one or more inner circle members of Maggie's Health Club, there is usually an "afterflow" which is a discussion in the sauna or elsewhere. During these "afterflows" the verbal excrement hits the fan, [...]”