second

/ˈsɛkɪnd/

Something that is number two in a series.

Something that is next in rank, quality, precedence, position, status, or authority.

The place that is next below or after first in a race or contest.

(usually in the plural) A manufactured item that, though still usable, fails to meet quality control standards.

They were discounted because they contained blemishes, nicks or were otherwise factory seconds.

(usually in the plural) An additional helping of food.

That was good barbecue. I hope I can get seconds.

A chance or attempt to achieve what should have been done the first time, usually indicating success this time around. (See second-guess.)

The interval between two adjacent notes in a diatonic scale (either or both of them may be raised or lowered from the basic scale via any type of accidental).

The second gear of an engine.

Second base.

The agent of a party to an honour dispute whose role was to try to resolve the dispute or to make the necessary arrangements for a duel.

A Cub Scout appointed to assist the sixer.

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