following

adjective
UK /ˈfɒləʊɪŋ/
US /ˈfɑːloʊɪŋ/

Coming after something else.

The following day, we went to the beach.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group of fans or supporters.

The singer has a large following on social media.

3. The act of going after someone or something.

The dog's following of the mail carrier was harmless.

4. Coming next in a list or text.

Please read the following instructions carefully.

5. Interested in or a fan of something.

She is following the tennis tournament closely.