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följd — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • implication noun A possible or likely consequence of an action or decision.
  • order noun The arrangement of things in a particular sequence or pattern.
  • sequence noun A set of things arranged in a particular order, one after another.
  • string noun A thin cord or length of twisted thread, or a similar thin, flexible strand.

Senses

följd is used for these senses in English:

  • implication (countable) A possible effect or result of a decision or action.
  • order (countable) A position in an arrangement, disposition, or sequence.
  • sequence (mathematics) An ordered list of objects, typically indexed with natural numbers.
  • string A thread or cord on which a number of objects or parts are strung or arranged in close and orderly succession; hence, a line or series of things arranged on a thread, or as if so arranged.
  • string (countable) A series of items or events.

implication — full definition

  1. noun A possible or likely consequence of an action or decision.
  2. noun Something suggested but not directly stated.

order — full definition

  1. noun The arrangement of things in a particular sequence or pattern.
  2. noun A state of being calm, controlled, and free from disturbance; conformity with rules or law.
  3. noun An instruction or command given by someone in authority.
  4. noun A request to buy, sell, or supply goods or services.
  5. noun A group of monks, nuns, or knights bound by shared rules and purpose; also, a rank in scientific classification between class and family.

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