thirdhand
thirdhand Lexical Profile
thirdhand Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Obtained, received, or experienced through two intermediate sources rather than directly from the original source or witness.
"The historian was reluctant to rely on thirdhand accounts of the battle written decades later."
Relating to residual nicotine and toxic chemicals left on indoor surfaces, fabrics, and dust by tobacco smoke after smoking has ceased.
"Public health researchers warn that infants crawling on carpets are particularly vulnerable to thirdhand smoke."
Previously owned or used by two prior owners before the current one.
"As a college student on a tight budget, he furnished his apartment with thirdhand chairs and tables."
• adverb
Through two intermediate sources or owners rather than directly from the original source.
"I only heard the rumor thirdhand from my coworker, so I cannot vouch for its accuracy."
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