The brief
Example: The brief summarizes the main points clearly
Definition
"The brief" refers to a concise summary or outline of the main points or important information, typically used to inform or instruct someone about a particular topic or task in a clear and efficient manner.
Etymology
The term "the brief" originates from the Old French word 'brief', meaning a short statement or document, which itself comes from the Latin 'brevis', meaning short. Did you know? The word originally referred to a written statement presented in court to summarize a case.
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"The brief" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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