second
//ˈsɛkənd//
Adjective
1
Coming immediately after the first in order, position, or time
February is the second month of the year.
2
Next in importance, quality, or rank after the first
She is the second most important person in the company.
Noun
secondSingular
secondsPlural
1
A unit of time equal to one sixtieth of a minute
Wait a second, I'll be right back.
2
A very short moment or instant
Wait a second, I'll be right back.
3
The person or thing that comes after the first in a sequence or competition
She finished second in the race.
4
An additional serving of food
The food was so good that I asked for seconds.
Verb
1
To formally support or endorse a motion, proposal, or nomination
I second the motion to approve the budget.
Adverb
1
In the second position or place
She finished second in the race.