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later2 [only before noun]
1 coming in the future or after something else [≠ earlier]: 
The role of marketing is dealt with in a later chapter.The launch was postponed to a later date.
The role of marketing is dealt with in a later chapter.The launch was postponed to a later date.2 more recent [≠ earlier]: The engine has been greatly improved in later models.
The engine has been greatly improved in later models.3 when someone is older : Using a sunscreen when you are young helps you to have healthy skin in later years.
in later years/life
Using a sunscreen when you are young helps you to have healthy skin in later years.