Remarks or commentary delivered after a main speech or presentation.
Compound of 'after' and 'speech' (from Old English 'spræc'). Developed as formal speaking traditions evolved to include closing comments and responses.
The afterspeech became a formal parliamentary tradition in the 19th century—allowing opposing speakers to give final rebuttal remarks, which is why debates often feel thrilling at the end!
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