Standard Lemma guide

SE

adj · name · noun · 16 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

Sound

Pronunciation

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  • /sɛ/
  • US: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
  • rhymes with -ɛ
  • CMU ARPABET: S EY1 Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.

1

adj

Meaning 1

Initialism of single ended.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Abbreviation of southeast.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of

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3

name

Meaning 3

Initialism of Stack Exchange.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism, uncountable, usually

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Synonyms: none provided

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4

name

Meaning 4

Abbreviation of Sergipe: a state of Brazil.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, uncountable

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5

noun

Meaning 5

Abbreviation of southeast.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of

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6

noun

Meaning 6

Initialism of second edition.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

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7

noun

Meaning 7

Initialism of special edition.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

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8

noun

Meaning 8

Initialism of sound effect.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

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9

noun

Meaning 9

Initialism of standard edition.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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10

noun

Meaning 10

Initialism of software engineering.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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11

noun

Meaning 11

Initialism of sustainer engine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Topics: aerospace, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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12

noun

Meaning 12

Initialism of secondary electron.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Topics: natural-sciences, physical-sciences, physics

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13

noun

Meaning 13

Initialism of STM European.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

Qualifier: train control

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14

noun

Meaning 14

A type of ancient Chinese plucked zither.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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15

noun

Meaning 15

the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: southeast, sou'-east, southeastward

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: compass point, point

16

noun

Meaning 16

a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: selenium, atomic number 34

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: chemical element, element, antioxidant

History

Etymology

From Mandarin 瑟 (sè).

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Portuguese: SE — compass point
  • Chinese Mandarin: 瑟 (sè) — ancient Chinese plucked zither
  • Finnish: se — ancient Chinese plucked zither
  • Japanese: 瑟 (shitsu) — ancient Chinese plucked zither
  • Korean: 슬 (seul) — ancient Chinese plucked zither