Æft
Æft is a term that appears in Old English literature. Its precise meaning and usage can be complex and have been subject to scholarly interpretation. Historically, it is often understood as a preposition or adverb, frequently indicating a position behind, after, or in the rear of something. It could also convey a sense of following or being in pursuit.
The word æft is related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, suggesting a shared linguistic root.