second

• 形容词，表示在顺序、等级、时间或质量上排在第一位之后的；也表示次要的、附加的或另一个的。

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.

   第二

   • 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.

   同义词ensuingfollowinglatternextsubsequent

   反义词first

2. Additional or extraA2formal

   Another of the same kind; additional.

   又一个

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

   同义词additionalanotherextrafurtherothersupplementary

   反义词firstprimarysole

3. Inferior in qualityB1formal

   Of lower quality or importance; secondary.

   次等的

   • 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.

   同义词inferiorlesserlowersecond-classsecond-ratesecondarysubordinatesubstandard

   反义词firstforemostpremierprimarysuperior

• 表示在顺序上排在第二、仅次于第一的动作或事项，常用于列举或排序；也可表示“其次”“第二”。

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.

   第二

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

   同义词nextsecondarilysecondlythen

   反义词first

2. Additionally or secondlyA2formal

   Used to introduce a second point or reason.

   其次

   • 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.

   同义词alsofurthermoremoreovernextsecondly

   反义词chieflyfirstprimarily

• 名词，指时间的单位，等于1/60分钟；也可表示第二位、次要的或额外的位置或事物。

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.

   秒

   • 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.

   同义词sec

2. Second positionA1formal

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

   第二位

   • 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.

   同义词nextrunner-up

   反义词first

3. Support or assistanceB2formal

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

   助手

   • 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.

   同义词advocateaideassistantbackersecondersupporter

• 数词，表示数量为二；也可表示顺序中的第二个。

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.

   基数词：数字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.

• 动词，表示支持或赞成某项提议、动议或候选人，通常是在会议等正式场合中附议。

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.

   附议

   • 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.

   同义词advocateapprovebackendorsesupportuphold

   反义词opposerejectveto

2. Temporarily transfer an employeeC1formal

   To transfer an employee temporarily to another department or role.

   临时调派员工

   • 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.

   同义词attachdetachloan