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Second: In parliamentary law, a second is when another member besides the person who made a motion agrees that the assembly should consider the motion. In criminal law, a second is someone who helps or supports another person involved in a duel.
Second is a term used in two different contexts:
The examples illustrate how the term "second" is used in different contexts. In parliamentary law, a second is used to show support for a motion. In criminal law, a second is someone who assists in a duel.