Definitions

1. noun

In Greek mythology, Epimetheus is the personification of afterthought, and the brother of Prometheus.

“The myth of Prometheus and Epimetheus serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of hubris and playing with fire.”

2. proper noun

Epimetheus, a moon of Saturn

“The Voyager spacecraft revealed many moons of Saturn, including Epimetheus, which is notable for its close orbit with another moon, Prometheus.”