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secondhand

  (sĕk'ənd-hănd') pronunciation
adj.
  1. Previously used by another; not new.
  2. Dealing in previously used merchandise.
  3. Obtained, derived, or borrowed from another; not original.
adv.

In an indirect manner; indirectly.


 
 
Antonyms: secondhand

adj

Definition: used
Antonyms: new


 
WordNet: secondhand
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The adjective has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: derived from what is primary or original; not firsthand

Meaning #2: previously used or owned by another
  Synonym: used


The adverb secondhand has one meaning:

Meaning #1: by indirect means
  Derived from adjective: secondhand (meaning #1)


 
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