Meaning of the word follow in English

What does follow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

follow

US /ˈfɑː.loʊ/

UK /ˈfɒl.əʊ/

go or come after (a person or thing moving ahead)

Example:

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The dog followed its owner everywhere.

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Please follow me to the exit.

Synonym:

accompany go after pursue trail track

act according to (an instruction or an example)

Example:

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You must follow the rules.

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She always follows her doctor's advice.

Synonym:

obey adhere to comply with conform to abide by

understand (an argument, explanation, or narrative)

Example:

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I don't quite follow your logic.

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Are you following what I'm saying?

Synonym:

understand grasp comprehend fathom take in

a pursuit or interest

Example:

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His main follow is birdwatching.

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She has a large follow on social media.

Synonym:

following audience fan base interest pursuit