second-class

🇺🇸 /ˌsekənd ˈklæs/ 🇬🇧 /ˌsekənd ˈklɑːs/
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adjective
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not as important or valued as others

We should not treat anyone as second-class citizens.

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lower in standard or quality

This restaurant offers a second-class dining experience.

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cheaper and less comfortable than first-class travel

We traveled by second-class carriage for a more affordable trip.

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slower and less expensive mail service

I sent the package as second-class mail to save money.

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a lower level of a university degree in the UK

He graduated with a second-class honours degree in economics.

translation

adj. not as important or valued as others; lower in standard or quality; cheaper and less comfortable than first-class travel; slower and less expensive mail service; a lower level of a university degree in the UK