sec·ond
sec·ond/ˈsekənd/
number
- constituting number two in a sequence; coming after the first in time or order; 2nd."he married for a second time"synonyms: next, following, after the first, subsequent, ensuing, succeeding, coming
- subordinate or inferior in position, rank, or importance."it was second only to Copenhagen among Baltic ports"synonyms: secondary, lower, subordinate, subsidiary, lesser, minor, subservient, supporting, lower-grade, inferior
- an attendant assisting a combatant in a duel or boxing match.
verb
formally support or endorse (a nomination or resolution or its proposer) as a necessary preliminary to adoption or further discussion.
"Bertonazzi seconded Birmingham's nomination"
synonyms: formally support, give one's support to, announce one's support for, vote for, back, back up, approve, give one's approval to, endorse, promote, commend
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