second-degree

: next to the first in place or time

: next to the first in value, excellence, or degree

: inferior, subordinate

: one that is number two in a series — see Table of Numbers

: one that is next after the first in rank, position, authority, or precedence

: one that assists or supports another

: in the second place : secondly

: before all others with one exception

: the 60th part of a minute of angular measure

: the 60th part of a minute of time : 1/86,400 part of the mean solar day

: an instant of time : moment

: to give support or encouragement to : assist

: to support (a fighting person or group) in combat : bring up reinforcements for

: to support or assist in contention or debate

: a step or stage in a process, course, or order of classification

: a rank or grade of official, ecclesiastical, or social position

: a particular standing especially as to dignity or worth