following

1. following (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Coming next, either in sequence or in time.

Example: See the following section.

2. following (adj) — sense 2

Definition: About to be specified.

Example: The following words have no definition[…]

3. following (adj) — sense 3

Definition: Blowing in the direction of travel, as opposed to headwind; downwind.

Example: The following wind sped us on our way.

4. following (prep) — sense 4

Definition: After, subsequent to.

Example: Following the meeting, we all had a chat.

5. following (prep) — sense 5

Definition: In accordance with; as per.

Example: Following all relevant safety instructions, administer a dose of the corticosteroid.

6. following (noun) — sense 6

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

Example: He had a loyal following.

7. following (noun) — sense 7

Definition: Vocation; business; profession.

8. following (noun) — sense 8

Definition: A thing or things to be mentioned immediately after.

Example: The following is a recommendation letter from the president.