Dictionary entry

Last (3)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Last (?), adv. [See Last, a.] 1. At a time or on an occasion which is the latest of all those spoken of or which have occurred; the last time; as, I saw him last in New York.

2. In conclusion; finally.

Pleased with his idol, he commends, admires,

Adores; and, last, the thing adored desires. Dryden.

3. At a time next preceding the present time.

How long is't now since last yourself and I

Were in a mask? Shak.