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December 12, 2016 Word of the Day

following /ˈfɑːləwɪŋ/ adjective
following
/ˈfɑːləwɪŋ/
adjective
The woman is making an appointment for the following day.
The woman is making an appointment for the following day.
Definition of FOLLOWING

1 : coming next

  • She found a good job, and moved into a new house the following year.

  • We met again the following day.

— opposite PRECEDING, PREVIOUS

2 : listed or shown next

  • Trains will leave at the following times: 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 8 p.m.

  • If you have questions or comments, please write to us at the following address: P.O. Box 234,…

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