second-class

UK
/ˌsek.əndˈklɑːs/
US
/ˌsek.əndˈklæs/

Translations

second-classadjective
UK
/ˌsek.əndˈklɑːs/
US
/ˌsek.əndˈklæs/
He felt insulted by the second-class treatment he received.
Он почувствовал себя оскорблённым из-за второсортного отношения к нему.
второго класса
They traveled in a second-class carriage on the train.
Они ехали во втором классе вагона поезда.
second-classnoun
second classes
pl
UK
/ˌsek.əndˈklɑːs/
US
/ˌsek.əndˈklæs/
She refused to accept second-class status at work.
Она отказалась принимать второсортность на работе.
второй класс
He bought a second-class ticket for the train.
Он купил билет во второй класс на поезд.
second-classadverb
Used to indicate the manner of sending mail or travelling in a second-class category.

Definitions

second-classadjective
Regarded as inferior in quality, status, or importance compared to others of the same kind.
Many immigrants were treated as second-class citizens in the early 20th century.
Relating to or suitable for a lower or less expensive category, especially in travel or accommodation.
They could only afford second-class tickets for the train journey.
second-classnoun
A category or rank that is considered inferior to the first or highest class, often used in reference to accommodations, services, or social status.
Passengers with second-class tickets boarded the train after those in first class.
A postage rate for sending items that are not urgent, typically slower and less expensive than first-class mail.
She sent the package by second-class to save on shipping costs.
A person who is regarded as belonging to an inferior or subordinate group within a society or organization.
He felt like a second-class citizen because of the discriminatory laws.
second-classadverb
By second-class mail or travel accommodation; using a cheaper or slower service.
We mailed the parcel second-class to save money.