1. (a.) Born after the death of the father, or taken from the dead body of the mother; as, a posthumous son or daughter.

2. (a.) Published after the death of the author; as, posthumous works; a posthumous edition.

3. (a.) Being or continuing after one's death; as, a posthumous reputation.

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