1. formally supporting a motion or proposal so that it can be discussed or voted on
Usage: parliamentary procedure
2. temporarily transferring someone to a different position or organization
Usage: British; business

1. the act of formally supporting a motion or proposal
Usage: parliamentary procedure
2. temporary transfer to a different position or organization
Usage: British; business

Examples

• I am seconding the motion to approve the budget.
• The proposal needs seconding before we can vote on it.
• She is seconding to the London office for six months.
• The committee appreciated his seconding of the amendment.
• Her seconding to the research department was very successful.
• Without anyone seconding the motion, it cannot proceed.
• The company arranged his seconding to gain international experience.