Definition of "following" in English

adjective

1. Coming next, either in sequence or in time.

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2. About to be specified.

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3. (of a wind) Blowing in the direction of travel, as opposed to headwind; downwind.

   • The following wind sped us on our way.

preposition

1. (sometimes proscribed) After, subsequent to.

   • Following the meeting, we all had a chat.
   • We published our findings following a thorough review of others' earlier reports.

2. In accordance with; as per.

   • Following all relevant safety instructions, administer a dose of the corticosteroid.
   • Administer a dose of the corticosteroid, following all relevant safety instructions.

noun

1. A group of followers, attendants or admirers; an entourage.

   • He had a loyal following.

2. Vocation; business; profession.

3. (with definite article, treated as singular or plural) A thing or things to be mentioned immediately after.

   • The following is a recommendation letter from the president.
   • The following are the three most important questions.

4. (social media) An account which is followed.

verb

1. present participle and gerund of follow