follow-on
US /ˈfɑːl.oʊ.ɑːn/
UK /ˈfɑːl.oʊ.ɑːn/
1.
a subsequent action or event that develops from an earlier one
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The successful meeting led to a follow-on discussion.
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They are planning a follow-on project based on the initial research.
1.
an instance of a batsman being required to bat again immediately after their team has followed on
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The team was forced to bat a follow-on after their poor first innings.
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The captain decided to enforce the follow-on.