Definitions

second-hand

[sek-uhnd hand, sek-uhnd hand] / ˈsɛk ənd ˌhænd, ˈsɛk ənd ˈhænd /

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hand-me-down adj.
secondary adj.

ADJECTIVE

hand-me-down

Synonyms

WEAK

not new passed down previously owned reach-me-down secondhand used worn

ADJECTIVE

secondary

Synonyms

STRONG

auxiliary dependent resultant subordinate subsidiary

WEAK

borrowed consequent derivate derivational derived developed eventual indirect proximate resulting subsequent vicarious

Antonyms

STRONG

chief important necessary

WEAK

causative first-class first-rate primary source superior

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second-hand

In 2024 it launched its own second-hand online marketplace in a bid to rival sites like eBay and Facebook Marketplace.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

Thomas Bachellerie, who used to manage a games shop in Lyon, warned that second-hand sales sometimes made up almost a third of stores' turnover -- a problem since digital games "cannot be resold or lent".

From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026

But some players prefer discs, with one of the main benefits being they can be bought and sold second-hand.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

An expert who authenticates designer goods said she was aware of issues regarding second-hand luxury items sold online.

From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026

"Anyone who's buying a second-hand car, the first thing he wants to know is how many miles it's done. Right?"

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl

second-hand

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