SECONDING
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of SECONDING
To agree as a second person to (a proposal), usually to reach a necessary quorum of two. (See under #Etymology 3 for translations.)
"I second the motion."
To follow in the next place; to succeed.
To climb after a lead climber.
To transfer temporarily to alternative employment.
"The army officer was seconded while he held civil office."
To assist or support; to back.
To agree as a second person to (a proposal), usually to reach a necessary quorum of two. (This may come from the English adjective above.)
"I second the motion."
Examples of SECONDING in a Sentence
- "I second the motion."
- "The army officer was seconded while he held civil office."
- "I second the motion."
Word Details
Is SECONDING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SECONDING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SECONDING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SECONDING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | e | c | o | n | d | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SECONDING
100 words from the letters in SECONDING
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How to Use SECONDING in Word Games
SECONDING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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