BRIEF
/bɹiːf/
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Definition
/bɹiːf/
noun
- A writ summoning one to answer to any action.
- An answer to any action.
- A memorandum of points of fact or of law for use in conducting a case.
verb
- To summarize a recent development to some person with decision-making power.“The U.S. president was briefed on the military coup and its implications on African stability.”
- To write a legal argument and submit it to a court.
adjective
- Of short duration; happening quickly.“Her reign was brief but spectacular.”
- Concise; taking few words.“His speech of acceptance was brief but moving.”
- Occupying a small distance, area or spatial extent; short.“Her skirt was extremely brief but doubtless cool.”
adverb
- Briefly.
- Soon; quickly.
Source: Wiktionary
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