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Meaning of second hand
second hand (n)
an intermediate person; used in the phrase `at second hand'
hand marking seconds on a timepiece
second hand (r)
from a source of previously owned goods
second hand Sentence Examples
- The old grandfather clock's second hand ticked relentlessly, marking the passage of time.
- She purchased a second-hand car to save money on her transportation costs.
- The doctor used a second-hand stethoscope to examine her patient's heart.
- The second-hand bookstore held a wide selection of rare and out-of-print books.
- She habitually checked the second hand before leaving the house to ensure she was on time.
- The second-hand clothing store offered a variety of gently used garments at affordable prices.
- The antique dealer specialized in selling second-hand furniture and collectibles.
- The vintage watch had a second hand that moved with an elegant sweep.
- He bought a second-hand guitar and taught himself to play in his spare time.
- The second-hand market for luxury cars was thriving, as many buyers sought pre-owned vehicles in excellent condition.
FAQs About the word second hand
an intermediate person; used in the phrase `at second hand', hand marking seconds on a timepiece, from a source of previously owned goods
secondary, derivative,,resultant, unoriginal
original, basic, basic,original, nonderivative, nonderivative, fundamental, first, first,fundamental
The old grandfather clock's second hand ticked relentlessly, marking the passage of time.
She purchased a second-hand car to save money on her transportation costs.
The doctor used a second-hand stethoscope to examine her patient's heart.
The second-hand bookstore held a wide selection of rare and out-of-print books.
