secondary
/ˈsɛkənˌdɛɹi/ adjective B2- 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.
- Developed by pressure or other causes. · secondary cleavage
- Pertaining to the second joint of the wing of a bird.
- Dependent or consequent upon another disease, or occurring in the second stage of a disease. · Bright's disease is often secondary to scarlet fever.· the secondary symptoms of syphilis
- Of less than primary importance. · a secondary issue
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To the committee the adventure was so extraordinary and curious, that the interest they had felt for the count’s safety became now quite a secondary matter.
Danglars has only been a secondary agent in this sad affair, and it is of M.
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