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• Adjetivo que descreve algo que vem depois do primeiro em ordem, posição, tempo, grau ou importância; também pode indicar algo adicional, alternativo ou inferior em qualidade.

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.

   Segundo

   • 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.

   Sinônimosensuingfollowinglatternextsubsequent

   Antônimosfirst

2. Additional or extraA2formal

   Another of the same kind; additional.

   Adicional

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

   Sinônimosadditionalanotherextrafurtherothersupplementary

   Antônimosfirstprimarysole

3. Inferior in qualityB1formal

   Of lower quality or importance; secondary.

   Secundário

   • 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.

   Sinônimosinferiorlesserlowersecond-classsecond-ratesecondarysubordinatesubstandard

   Antônimosfirstforemostpremierprimarysuperior

• Advérbio usado para indicar que uma ação ocorre depois da primeira, frequentemente após a palavra «primeiro». Também pode significar «em segundo lugar» ou «a seguir na ordem».

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.

   Em segundo lugar

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

   Sinônimosnextsecondarilysecondlythen

   Antônimosfirst

2. Additionally or secondlyA2formal

   Used to introduce a second point or reason.

   Em segundo lugar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosalsofurthermoremoreovernextsecondly

   Antônimoschieflyfirstprimarily

• Substantivo que designa a unidade de tempo equivalente a 1/60 de um minuto; também se refere a algo secundário, adicional ou a uma posição posterior.

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.

   Segundo

   • 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.

   Sinônimossec

2. Second positionA1formal

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

   Segundo lugar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosnextrunner-up

   Antônimosfirst

3. Support or assistanceB2formal

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

   Segundo

   • 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.

   Sinônimosadvocateaideassistantbackersecondersupporter

• Numeral cardinal que indica a quantidade de dois itens, pessoas ou unidades de contagem; número que vem depois do um.

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.

   Numeral cardinal: o número 2

   • 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.

• Verbo usado para indicar apoio ou aprovação a uma moção, proposta ou candidatura, formalizando esse apoio. Também pode significar apoiar ou endossar uma ideia ou ação.

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.

   Apoiar formalmente uma proposta

   • 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.

   Sinônimosadvocateapprovebackendorsesupportuphold

   Antônimosopposerejectveto

2. Temporarily transfer an employeeC1formal

   To transfer an employee temporarily to another department or role.

   Transferir temporariamente um funcionário

   • 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.

   Sinônimosattachdetachloan