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How to pronounce “leap second

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Pronunciation guide for leap second

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Practice the English pronunciation of leap second with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Leslie Odom Jr.I'm going to talk about "Leap of Faith," because "Leap of Faith"
Definition summary
A second of time added to the year occasionally to compensate for variation in the rate of Earth's rotation relative to the absolute standards of time.

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How to pronounce leap second

Leslie Odom Jr.

I'm going to talk about "Leap of Faith," because "Leap of Faith"

Example Sentences

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Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A second of time added to the year occasionally to compensate for variation in the rate of Earth's rotation relative to the absolute standards of time.

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