seconder
Noun: A person who formally supports or endorses a proposal, motion, or nomination made by another person, thereby allowing it to be discussed or put to a vote. The role of a seconder is a procedural requirement in many formal meetings and assemblies.
The term "seconder" is used in the context of formal meetings, debates, elections, and parliamentary or organizational procedures. It indicates that a proposal has received the minimum required support to proceed. The act of being a seconder is often expressed with the verb "to second."
- Noun:
- The chairman asked, "Is there a seconder for this motion?"
- Without a seconder, the proposal could not be debated.
- She acted as the seconder for his nomination to the committee.
- "To seek a seconder": To ask for someone to formally support a proposal.
- After presenting his idea, he looked around the room to seek a seconder.
- The concept is central to Robert's Rules of Order and similar parliamentary authorities, which often require both a mover (or proposer) and a seconder for a motion to be considered.
- Second (verb): To formally express support for a proposal or nomination.
- "I second the motion," said the committee member.
- Motion (noun): A formal proposal for discussion and decision.
- Endorser (noun): A more general term for someone who gives support or approval.
- Supporter
- Backer
- Endorser
- Opposer
- Objector
The role of a seconder does not necessarily imply that the person agrees with the motion, only that they believe it should be discussed or voted upon. In some informal settings, the requirement for a seconder may be waived.
- someone who endorses a motion or petition as a necessary preliminary to a discussion or vote