Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seconds

Noun
/ˈsɛk.əndz/
Definition
The plural form of second, referring to a unit of time or a position in a sequence.
Examples
  • It took him only a few seconds to finish the race.
  • Can I have seconds of that delicious cake?
  • She lived in two seconds of time with her past and present.
Meaning
Seconds are a unit of time that is commonly used to measure short durations. In another context, ‘seconds’ can also mean a second helping of food or an alternate choice.
Synonyms
  • moments
  • tick
  • instant
  • part
  • second helping