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1second best
noun
: something that is good but not the best
Full Definition of SECOND BEST
: one that is below or after the best
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First Known Use of SECOND BEST
1647
2second best
adverb
Definition of SECOND BEST
: in second place
First Known Use of SECOND BEST
1777
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