You’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for March 29.

Today’s word is second, spelled s-e-c-o-n-d.

second /ˈsekənd/ verb [transitive]

to give support or encouragement to

to formally support a suggestion made by another person in a meeting

Here’s the word used in a sentence:

I would like to second the motion to adjourn.

“Let's call it a day.” “I'll second that.”

. . . Bryan Sutton, who seconded the motion against fox hunting.

Your application must be proposed and seconded by current members.

Smokey Robinson: I Second That Emotion

With your word of the day, I’m Mohammad Golpayegani.

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