second

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛk.ənd/
Definition:
1. The ordinal number symbol: 2.
2. The position immediately following the first (primal) in a sequence or order.
3. A unit of time equal to 1/60 of a minute, or a very brief moment.
4. To formally support or endorse a proposal or motion in a formal congregation.

Significance:
• It defines the position, time unit, and action of being subsequent after first (primal).
• It emphasizes sequence, timing, and supportive agreement in various contexts.
• It identifies order, brief duration, or procedural support in assemblies.
• It avoids irregular or ambiguous pronunciations, providing clear and consistent usage.
• It simplifies explanations of order, time measurement, and formal procedures.
• It improves clarity in descriptions involving rankings, timekeeping, and meeting protocols.
• It replaces less common or ambiguous terms with a standardized, widely recognized form.
Ordinal number:
zeral (0-al)
onal (primal) (1-al)
dual (second) (2-al)
trial (3-al)
quadal (4-al)
quintal (5-al)
sextal (6-al)
septal (7-al)
octal (8-al)
nonal (9-al)
decal (10-al)
Cardinal number:
zero (0)
one (1)
duo (2)
trio (3)
quad (4)
quinto (5)
sexto (6)
septo (7)
octo (8)
nono (9)
deco (10)

Examples:
• "She (illa) finished in second place in the race."
• "Expect just a second, I will be right there."
• "I second the motion to approve the budget."
• "The second chapter of the book (libry) introduces the main characters."
• "He (illo) arrived limited seconds after the congregation started."

by Dmitrio December 10, 2025

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