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second
noun (TIME) /ˈsek.ənd/Definition
A2 [C] (abbreviation sec., s) a short unit of time that is equal to a 60th of a minute: There are 60 seconds in a minute. These computers process millions of instructions per second. The new system can trace a phone call in a fraction of a second.Specific periods of time B1 [C] a very short period of time: "Come on, hurry up!" "I'll just/only be a second - I've got to lock the back door." Have you got a second, Paul? I'd like to have a word with you. It won't take a second (= it will be very quick). Wait a couple of/a few seconds before trying again.Short in timeTemporary
(Definition of second noun (TIME) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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SMART Thesaurus: Short in time
Synonyms and related words:
- awhile adverb
- be short notice idiom
- bit noun (AMOUNT)
- blitz noun (ACTIVITY)
- brevity noun
- brief adjective (SHORT IN TIME)
- dose noun
- ephemeral adjective
- evanescent adjective
- fit noun (SHORT PERIOD)
- minute noun (TIME)
- mo noun
- moment noun (SHORT TIME)
- momentarily adverb
- momentary adjective
- msec.
- shortish adjective (TIME)
- transient adjective
- trice noun
- twinkling noun
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