sec

1 of 3

adjective

ˈsek 

of champagne

: moderately dry

sec

2 of 3

abbreviation (1)

1

secant

2

second; secondary

3

secretary

4

section

SEC

3 of 3

abbreviation (2)

Securities and Exchange Commission

Example Sentences

Abbreviation (1)

Sec 2, Row K, Seat 45.

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

French, literally, dry — more at sack

First Known Use

Adjective

1863, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sec

• demi-sec
• triple sec

• demi-sec
• triple sec

Legal Definition

SEC

abbreviation

Securities and Exchange Commission