Akademik

second
1. adjective /ˈsɛk.ənd/
a) The ordinal number corresponding to the cardinal number two.

He lives on Second Street.

b) Number-two; following immediately after the first one.

The second volume in "The Lord of the Rings" series is called "The Two Towers".

2. noun /ˈsɛk.ənd/
a) A manufactured item that, though still usable, fails to meet quality control standards.

They were discounted because they contained blemishes, nicks or were otherwise factory seconds.

b) An additional helping of food.

That was good barbecue. I hope I can get seconds.

Syn: second of arc, arcsecond, sec
3. verb /ˈsɛk.ənd/
a) Transfer temporarily to alternative employment.

Daniel had still been surprised, however, to find the lab area deserted, all the scientists apparently seconded by Cleomidess military friends.

b) To assist.

I second the motion.


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