Meaning & Definition of word "Follow"

Follow

/ˈfɒl.oʊ/

verb:

  • 1. to go or come after; to move behind in the same direction.
    • Example: The dog always follows me when I go for a walk.
  • 2. to obey or comply with someone's instructions or advice.
    • Example: You should follow the instructions carefully to complete the task.
  • 3. to pursue or seek after; to endeavor to catch up.
    • Example: The detective decided to follow the suspect discreetly.
  • 4. to keep informed about; to watch or monitor continuously.
    • Example: I follow the news closely to stay updated on current events.
  • 5. to occur or come afterward; to result from.
    • Example: If you make a mistake, repercussions may follow.

Etymology

Old English 'fōlgan', meaning 'to follow, to pursue'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

follow suit:

To do the same thing as someone else.

follow one's heart:

To act according to one's feelings and intuitions.

follow in someone's footsteps:

To do what someone else has done, especially in a career or role.

Related Words

follower:

A person who supports or admires a particular person or group.

following:

The act of going after or tracking someone or something.

Slang Meanings of follow

Meaning: To keep tabs on someone or something.

Example Sentence: I follow all the latest trends in fashion.

Meaning: To be a part of someone's social media network.

Example Sentence: I just followed this new influencer on Instagram.