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sea man

/ˈsiː mæn/ [sea man]

[noun] A sailor, mariner, or a person who works as a member of the crew of a ship or boat.

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seal

/siːl/ [seal]

[noun] A marine mammal that typically has a streamlined body, flippers, and lives partly on land and partly in the water.

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seamless integration

/ˈsiːmləs ˌɪntɪˈɡreɪʃən/ [seamless integration]

[noun] The process of combining two or more systems, components, or processes into a unified whole so that they function together without interruption, visible gaps, or technical friction.

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seamless transition

/ˈsiːmləs trænˈzɪʃən/ [seamless transition]

[noun] A change or shift from one state, activity, or place to another that occurs smoothly and without any noticeable interruptions, gaps, or difficulties.

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secale cereale

/sɪˈkeɪliː ˌsɪriˈeɪliː/ [secale cereale]

[noun] The scientific name for the common rye plant, a hardy cereal grain widely cultivated for its edible seeds, used in flour, bread, whiskey, and animal feed.

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secesh

/sɪˈsɛʃ/ [secesh]

[noun] A supporter of the secession of the Southern states from the United States during the American Civil War; a Confederate.

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seclusion

/sɪˈkluːʒən/ [seclusion]

[noun] The state of being private and away from other people.

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second

/ˈsɛk.ənd/ [second]

[adjective] Coming after the first in time, order, or rank.

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second grade

/ˈsek.ənd ɡreɪd/ [second grade]

[noun] The year of primary education following first grade, typically for children aged seven to eight.

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secondary label

/ˈsɛk.ənˌdɛr.i ˈleɪ.bəl/ [secondary label]

[noun] An additional or supplementary tag, sticker, or marker affixed to a product, garment, or item to provide extra information, branding, or instructions distinct from the primary label.

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secondary standing

/ˈsɛk.ən.dɛri ˈstænd.ɪŋ/ [secondary standing]

[noun] A subordinate or derivative status, rank, or legal capacity that is dependent upon the existence of a primary status or claim.

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secondhand shopping

/ˈsek.ənd.hænd ˈʃɒp.ɪŋ/ [secondhand shopping]

[noun] The act of purchasing goods, such as clothing, furniture, or books, that have been previously owned by another person.

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secure

/sɪˈkjʊər/ [secure]

[adjective] Fixed or fastened so as not to give way, become loose, or be lost; protected against attack or other danger.

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sedative

/ˈsɛd.ə.tɪv/ [sedative]

[noun] A drug or substance taken for its calming or sleep-inducing effect.

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sediment

/ˈsɛd.ɪ.mənt/ [sediment]

[noun] Particulate matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; dregs.

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seducing

/sɪˈduː.sɪŋ/ [seducing]

[verb] Present participle of seduce: to tempt someone into sexual intercourse or to entice them into doing something through charm or flattery.

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see

/siː/ [see]

[verb] To perceive with the eyes; to discern visually.

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seeing glass

/ˈsiː.ɪŋ ɡlæs/ [seeing glass]

[noun] An archaic or literary term for a mirror or a lens used for viewing.

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