Second (Verb)
Meaning 1
Transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment; "The officer was seconded for duty overseas".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
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Meaning 2
Give support or one's approval to; "I'll second that motion"; "I can't back this plan"; "endorse a new project".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- I'll second that proposal for a new community center in our town.
- Can anyone second my motion to increase funding for local schools.
- The politician's decision to second the new trade agreement surprised many experts.
- Several prominent business leaders have agreed to second our new venture.
- Council members agreed to second the proposal and put it up for a final vote.