follow up

/ˌfɑloʊ əp/

/ˈfɒləʊ əp/

Other forms: followed up; following up; follows up

Definitions of follow up

1. verb

   increase the effectiveness or success of by further action
   “The doctor followed up the surgery with radiation”

   type of:

   enhance

   make better or more attractive
2. verb

   pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue
   “She followed up his recommendations with a written proposal”

   synonyms: carry out, follow out, follow through, go through, implement, put through

   accomplish, action, carry out, carry through, execute, fulfil, fulfill

   put in effect

   types:

   adhere

   follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

   type of:

   complete, finish

   come or bring to a finish or an end