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Meaning of Second
The word "second" primarily refers to the person or thing that comes after the first in order, rank, or time.
Etymology of Second
The word "second" comes from the Old French "second", which is derived from the Latin "secundus", meaning "following" or "next"
The Latin "secundus" is a combination of "sequi", meaning "to follow", and the suffix "-undus", which forms an adjective
The word "second" has been used in the English language since the 14th century to indicate the person or thing that comes after the first in order, rank, or time
Synonyms
subsequent
next
following
latter
succeeding
another
further
additional
extra
supplementary
auxiliary
secondary
subordinate
inferior
junior
lower
next in line
succeeding
ensuant
resultant
consequent
sequential
serial
ordinal
numerical
chronological
temporal
posterior
after
later
ensuing
consecutive
serial
recurrent
repetitive
periodic
intermittent
spasmodic
Definitions
- Used to indicate the person or thing that comes after the first in order, rank, or time
- * Used to indicate a period of time, especially one that is very short
- * A unit of time equal to one-sixtieth of a minute
- * A person who assists or supports another, especially in a contest or competition
Usage Examples
- The second person to finish the race was awarded a silver medal
- * The company will announce its second quarterly earnings next week
- * The second hand on the clock moved rapidly around the dial
- * She was second in command and took over when the captain was absent