Meaning of the word following in English
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following
US /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/
Adjective
1.
coming after or next in order, time, or sequence
Example:
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The following day, we went to the beach.
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Please read the following instructions carefully.
Noun
1.
a group of people who support or admire a particular person, organization, or idea
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The band has a large following in Europe.
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His political following grew rapidly.
Preposition
1.
after something else in time or order
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He arrived, with his dog following close behind.
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The speaker paused, then continued following a brief silence.
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