Second World

noun

, (sometimes lowercase)

1. the world's industrialized nations other than the U.S. and the U.S.S.R.
2. the Communist and socialist nations of the world.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Second World¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Ronan: I was only hesitant in the sense that I, for the most part, have seen films set during the Second World War that are either a gorgeous, almost glamorous romance or it’s on the battlefield and it’s very much following the boys, which I love.

From Los Angeles Times

We’ll single out Steve McQueen’s front-runner, ‘Blitz,’ a film that manages to find yet another unique story set during the Second World War, and newcomer Rachel Morrison’s ‘The Fire Inside.’

From Los Angeles Times

Meanwhile, Ramirez continues his fine streak at his new weight, winning a second world title in only his second fight at cruiserweight.

From BBC

The woman on the other end of the phone was Nicola Nash, a forensic researcher from the Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre in Gloucester, who ordinarily works to identify victims from the First and Second World Wars.

From BBC

"It's crucial we remember not just the big wars like the Second World War, the Falklands, Afghanistan, or Iraq, but all the conflicts and peacekeeping missions that don't always make the headlines," he said.

From BBC