second

//ˈsɛkənd//
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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.

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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.

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