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    Secondé (en. Second)

    /sə.kɔ̃.de/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    One who receives help or support.
    This student was seconded by his teacher during the exam.
    Cet élève a été secondé par son professeur durant l'examen.
    One who has benefited from support, often in a competitive context.
    In this race, the finalists were seconded by experienced coaches.
    Dans cette course, les finalistes ont été secondés par des coaches expérimentés.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to second', derived from 'to support' or 'to help'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be seconded
    to receive help or support in a task.
    être secondé
    seconded by someone
    to have someone’s support in an endeavor.
    secondé par quelqu'un
    to feel supported
    to feel the support or assistance of others.
    se sentir secondé

    Related Words

    second
    Who comes after the first, for example in position or rank.
    second
    secondly
    In the second place, to introduce a secondary idea or argument.
    secondement
    secondary
    Of lesser importance or rank.
    secondaire

    Slang Meanings

    To get a helping hand.
    He got a helping hand for the project thanks to his friend.
    Il a eu un coup de main pour le projet grâce à son ami.
    To be in the loop.
    The students in the class were always in the loop at school.
    Les étudiants de la promo ont toujours été dans le coup à l'école.