secondary

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/ˈsɛkənd(ə)ɹɪ/ English

Definitions

noun

Any flight feather attached to the ulna (forearm) of a bird.
An act of issuing more stock by an already publicly traded corporation.
The defensive backs.
An inductive coil or loop that is magnetically powered by a primary in a transformer or similar

adjective

Next in order to the first or primary; of second place in origin, rank, etc.
Originating from a deputy or delegated person or body“the work of secondary hands”
Derived from a parent compound by replacement of two atoms of hydrogen by organic radicals
Produced by alteration or deposition subsequent to the formation of the original rock mass.

Related words

Synonyms

incident secondhand alternate indirect alternative supplemental collateral supplementary utility incidental subsidiary auxiliary substitute standby subordinate vicarious

Associated

tertiary schooling aptitude vocational sector armament apprenticeship schools education businesses certificate gymnasium

Rhymes

extraordinary contemporary contrary sanctuary solitary arbitrary wary ordinary tarry emissary

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