English Dictionary

second

/səˈkɒnd/

noun

One who supports another in a contest or combat, such as a dueller's assistant. / One who supports or seconds a motion, or the act itself, as required in certain meetings to pass judgement etc.

He is my second in the boxing match.

意味（1）

One who supports another in a contest or combat, such as a dueller's assistant.

The dogs however parted, and after a little handling by their seconds immediately returned to the charge

意味（2）

One who supports or seconds a motion, or the act itself, as required in certain meetings to pass judgement etc.

If we want the motion to pass, we will need a second.

意味（3）

(obsolete) Aid; assistance; help.

Give second, and my love / Is everlasting thine.