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thirdhand

adjective
third·​hand | \ ˈthÉ™rd-ˈhand How to pronounce thirdhand (audio) \

Definition of thirdhand

1 : received from or through two intermediaries thirdhand information
2a : acquired after being used by two previous owners
b : dealing in thirdhand merchandise

First Known Use of thirdhand

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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