Meanings
How to pronounce "third hand":
AU
A tool used to squeeze caliper brakes against the rim of a wheel, as on a bicycle, thereby allowing adjustments to the brake cable.
A second remove from direct communication.
Having been relayed by two intermediate sources.
Not new, having more than one previous owner.
Example Sentences
1
He heard the rumor about his promotion from a third hand source.
2
I prefer to get information directly from the source rather than relying on third hand information.
3
The journalist relied on a third hand account of the incident, which turned out to be inaccurate.
4
She always seems to have third hand knowledge of other people's business.
5
The detective couldn't find any solid evidence and had to rely on third hand testimonies.
