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Definition second in British English

second number

number
/ˈsekənd/
1

in the place or position counted as number two

Example

the second of October

Example

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

Example

He came second in the European championship this year.

Example

Gothenburg is Sweden's second largest city.

Synonyms and related words
billionth eighth eleventh
2

in addition to the first one

Example

The bookcase needs a second coat of paint.

Synonyms and related words
also additional extra
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 scoring goals, he's second only to Davies.

Synonyms and related words
secondary subordinate incidental
Definition second in British English

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