What is the meaning of leave behind?

verb

  • Depart and not take along.
    • usage: "He left behind all his possessions when he moved to Europe"
  • Be survived by after one's death.
    • usage: "He left six children"; "At her death, she left behind her husband and 11 cats"
  • Leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking.
    • usage: "leave it as is"; "leave the young fawn alone"; "leave the flowers that you see in the park behind"
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