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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
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noun
Something that lasts or takes a specified number of seconds.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: in-compounds
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noun
The person who makes a second to a motion in any formal procedure, such as a parliamentary procedure.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A Cub Scout serving as a second-in-command to a sixer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: scouting
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Synonyms: second
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noun
A person who seconds; a person who climbs after the leader
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: climbing, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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noun
someone who endorses a motion or petition as a necessary preliminary to a discussion or vote
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: supporter, protagonist, champion, admirer, booster, friend
History
From second + -er (measurement suffix) or + -er (agent noun suffix).
