Laxi Dictionary

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Definition second in American English

second number

number
/ˈsekənd/
1

in the place or position counted as number two

Example

This is the second program in a series on rural health.

Example

His horse finished second in the Kentucky Derby.

Example

Goteborg is Sweden's second largest city.

Synonyms and related words
billiontheightheleventh
2

in addition to the first one

Example

The bookcase needs a second coat of paint.

Synonyms and related words
alsoadditionalextra
3

next in quality or importance after someone or something that is the best or most important

Example

She was our second choice for the job.

Example

Gloria played second violin in the school orchestra.

Example

In terms of career points, he's second only to Jabbar.

Synonyms and related words
secondarysubordinateincidental
Definition second in American English

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