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second hand
When used as an adjective, this term carries a neutral to positive connotation of frugality or sustainability, though in certain luxury contexts, it may be replaced by the more formal term "pre-owned" to avoid the implication of wear and tear.
As a noun, the term is purely technical and descriptive. It refers specifically to the mechanical component of a timepiece and does not share any semantic connection with the adjective form.
Meanings
Examples
I prefer buying second hand clothes to save money and help the environment.
Where did you get that vintage camera? It looks like a high quality second hand find.
I can hear the second hand ticking loudly in the silent room.
Maybe I should just buy a second hand car for my first year of college.
The second hand on the watch stopped moving exactly at midnight.
I wonder if this second hand book has any notes from the previous owner.
We bought some second hand furniture for the new office to stay within budget.
Just watch the second hand and press the button when it hits twelve.