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Adjective
Coming directly after the first in order
“De Dion did arrive at the finish first, but the prize was given to the driver of a Peugeot, who was the second to come to the finish.”
Adjective
Additional to that already existing, used, or possessed
“I'd love to have a second helping of that deliciousness.”
Adjective
Ancillary to that already existing, used, or possessed
“The suitcase contained clean shirts and a second pair of shoes.”
Adjective
Subordinate or inferior in position, rank, or importance
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“She slid a very severe glance at the captain and his second in command.”
Adjective
Denoting someone or something regarded as comparable to or reminiscent of a better-known predecessor
“Could this be the start of a second economic bubble within the span of only a few years?”
Adjective
Denoting the second or second mentioned of two people or things
Noun
A very short time
“It won't happen overnight. In fact, it will happen in a second!”
Noun
(usually "seconds") Goods of inferior quality, especially used or defective
“You can find some real bargains at the local shop which specializes in the sale of seconds.”
Noun
(seconds, informal) A second course or second helping of food at a meal
“Please, Sir, I want seconds.”
Noun
A person who executes the plans and directives of another
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A subordinate, or person of lesser rank or authority
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An item with flaws, usually sold cheaply
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A person who advocates or supports a cause
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The second or second mentioned of two
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(figurative) A temporary break in an activity
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A copy or likeness of someone or something
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A period of time
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The base opposite home plate in a baseball infield
Verb
To support or advance a suggestion or proposal
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“On behalf of the delegation, I would like to second the proposal already made by my colleague.”
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To transfer temporarily to alternative employment
“The RCMP would second him to the War Office in London for various duties.”
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To assist, support or back someone in their actions or endeavors
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To accept as satisfactory or conforming to the required standards or rules
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To highly recommend or endorse something
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To show or prove to be correct or reasonable
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(mainly British) To contribute or undertake to contribute a certain sum of money to a fund, project, or cause
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To repeat (someone's words or opinions), especially to express agreement
Adverb
In addition to what has been stated
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