Second-degree

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛkənd- dɪˈɡɹi/

Second-degree (adj)

  1. In mathematics, describes something involving a power of two, such as a squared term or a quadratic form.
  2. Describes a burn that damages the skin more deeply than a mild burn, often causing blisters and strong pain.
  3. In law, describes a level of an offence that is more serious than the lowest category but not the most serious.

Second-degree (adjective)

Examples

  • The area uses a second-degree term in the equation.
  • The graph shows a second-degree curve after the change.