Определение слова «third hand» на английский

Noun

1. A tool used to squeeze caliper brakes against the rim of a wheel, as on a bicycle, thereby allowing adjustments to the brake cable.

2. A source two steps removed from direct communication.

Adjective

1. Having been relayed by two intermediate sources.

   • I heard the story from someone who got it from the horse's mouth. You're getting it third hand.

2. Not new, having more than one previous owner.