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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An installment in a series of works set chronologically between two of its predecessors.
2. 2
   Any middle sequel with an earlier and a later installment. This usage may not be proper.

Etymology

Patterned after prequel, as pre- meaning "before" and inter- meaning "between."

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