Brief
/bΙΉiΛf/
The meaning and definition of Brief, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
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(usually in the plural) undershorts briefs.
βI wear boxers under trousers but for sports I usually wear a brief.β
- A writ summoning one to answer to any action.
verb
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To summarize a recent development to some person with decision-making power.
βThe U.S. president was briefed on the military coup and its implications on African stability.β
- To write a legal argument and submit it to a court.
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Origin
From Old French brief, from Latin brevis.
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