second-class
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/ˌsekənd ˈklæs/
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/ˌsekənd ˈklɑːs/
not as important or valued as others
We should not treat anyone as second-class citizens.
我们不应该把任何人当作二等公民。
lower in standard or quality
This restaurant offers a second-class dining experience.
这家餐厅提供的就餐体验是二流的。
cheaper and less comfortable than first-class travel
We traveled by second-class carriage for a more affordable trip.
我们乘坐二等车厢旅行,以获得更实惠的旅行。
slower and less expensive mail service
I sent the package as second-class mail to save money.
我将包裹作为二等邮件发送以节省金钱。
a lower level of a university degree in the UK
He graduated with a second-class honours degree in economics.
他以经济学的二等荣誉学位毕业。