second

• Adjectif désignant ce qui vient après le premier dans un ordre, un rang, un temps ou une qualité, ou bien ce qui est additionnel, subsidiaire ou de remplacement.

An adjective describing something that comes after the first in order, rank, time, or quality.

1. Following first in orderA1formal

   Coming immediately after the first in a sequence or order.

   deuxième

   • She finished in second place in the competition.
   • This is the second chapter of the book.
   • He lives on the second floor of the building.

   Synonymesensuingfollowinglatternextsubsequent

   Antonymesfirst

2. Additional or extraA2formal

   Another of the same kind; additional.

   second (supplémentaire)

   • He asked for a second opinion from another doctor.
   • She ordered a second cup of coffee.
   • We need a second copy of the document.

   Synonymesadditionalanotherextrafurtherothersupplementary

   Antonymesfirstprimarysole

3. Inferior in qualityB1formal

   Of lower quality or importance; secondary.

   de second ordre, secondaire

   • He was given a second chance to prove himself.
   • The product was sold at a second-grade price.
   • She accepted a second-rate solution due to time constraints.

   Synonymesinferiorlesserlowersecond-classsecond-ratesecondarysubordinatesubstandard

   Antonymesfirstforemostpremierprimarysuperior

• Adverbe utilisé pour indiquer une action qui se produit après la première, souvent après le mot « premier ». Peut aussi signifier « suivant dans l'ordre » ou « deuxièmement ». Note : « second » fonctionne également comme adjectif, nom et verbe, mais comme adverbe il est utilisé dans certains contextes, par exemple pour ordonner ou énumérer.

An adverb used to indicate an action happening after the first, often following "first." It can also mean "next in order" or "in the second place." Note: 'second' also functions as an adjective, noun, and verb, but as an adverb it is used in specific contexts like ordering or listing.

1. In second placeA1formal

   Following the first in order, rank, or time.

   en second lieu

   • She finished second in the competition.
   • He arrived second, just after his brother.
   • The team came second in the league.

   Synonymesnextsecondarilysecondlythen

   Antonymesfirst

2. Additionally or secondlyA2formal

   Used to introduce a second point or reason.

   deuxièmement

   • First, we need to gather data; second, we must analyze it.
   • Second, I would like to address the budget concerns.
   • He gave two reasons: first, it's expensive; second, it's unnecessary.

   Synonymesalsofurthermoremoreovernextsecondly

   Antonymeschieflyfirstprimarily

• Nom désignant une unité de temps égale à 1/60 de minute, ou une position ou un objet secondaire, supplémentaire.

A noun referring to a unit of time equal to 1/60 of a minute, or a secondary or additional position or item.

1. A1formal

   A unit of time equal to 1/60 of a minute.

   Unité de temps

   • Wait just a second, I'll be right there.
   • The race was won by a fraction of a second.
   • There are 60 seconds in a minute.

   Synonymessec

2. Second positionA1formal

   The person or thing that comes after the first in order, rank, or importance.

   Second (position)

   • She finished in second place in the competition.
   • He was the second to arrive at the party.
   • The second in line for the throne is the prince.

   Synonymesnextrunner-up

   Antonymesfirst

3. Support or assistanceB2formal

   A person who assists or supports another, especially in a duel or formal debate.

   Second

   • He acted as a second in the duel.
   • She served as a second to the lead debater.
   • In boxing, a second provides advice between rounds.

   Synonymesadvocateaideassistantbackersecondersupporter

• Numéral cardinal désignant deux objets, personnes ou unités de compte ; le nombre qui suit un.

The cardinal numeral representing the quantity of two units; the second positive integer following one; the first even prime number; used to denote a pair or couple in counting and mathematics.

1. Cardinal numeral: the number 2A1formal

   Used to denote a quantity of two persons or things; the second positive integer in the sequence of natural numbers; the first and only even prime number; represents a pair, couple, or dual quantity in counting, mathematics, and everyday usage.

   deux (nombre cardinal)

   • I have two brothers.
   • She bought two apples at the market.
   • Two plus two equals four.
   • They arrived in two hours.
   • He scored two goals in the first half.

• Verbe utilisé pour indiquer un soutien ou une approbation d'une proposition, d'une motion ou d'une candidature.

A verb used to indicate supporting or endorsing a proposal, motion, or person.

1. B2formal

   To formally support a proposal or motion in a formal meeting or debate.

   appuyer (une motion)

   • I second the motion to adjourn the meeting.
   • She seconded the proposal to increase the budget.
   • The amendment was seconded by three members of the committee.

   Synonymesadvocateapprovebackendorsesupportuphold

   Antonymesopposerejectveto

2. Temporarily transfer an employeeC1formal

   To transfer an employee temporarily to another department or role.

   Détacher temporairement

   • He was seconded to the marketing department for six months.
   • The company seconded her to their overseas branch.
   • Several officers were seconded to assist with the investigation.

   Synonymesattachdetachloan