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Definition secondary in American English

secondary adjective

adjective
/ˈsekənˌderi/
1

less important than something else

Example

His feelings in the matter are of secondary importance.

Example

He only played a secondary role.

Example

The color of the car is secondary to its quality and price.

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2

happening after something else, or as a result of it

Example

a secondary infection

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2.1

added later

Example

secondary glazing

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2.2

connected to something, but not directly

Example

Books written in the present day by historians are secondary sources.

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3

relating to the education of children between the ages of 11 and 16 or 18

Example

primary and secondary education

Example

secondary teachers/pupils

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Definition secondary in American English