If a motion that requires a second does not receive one, what is the outcome?

When a motion requires a second and does not receive one, the motion is considered to have "died for lack of a second." This means that without a second, the group has not indicated interest in discussing or voting on the proposed motion. The essence of requiring a second is to ensure that at least one other member supports the motion before it is put forward for debate or decision. If there is no second, it signifies that the motion does not have sufficient support to warrant further consideration, thus it is not put to a vote or discussion. This procedural rule helps maintain efficiency and order in meetings, preventing time from being spent on motions that are not backed by more than one member.