Brief

English Meaning

Short in duration.

1. Short in time, duration, length, or extent.
2. Succinct; concise: a brief account of the incident.
3. Curt; abrupt.
4. A short, succinct statement.
5. A condensation or an abstract of a larger document or series of documents.
6. Law A formal outline listing main contentions along with supporting evidence and documentation.
7. Law A document containing all the facts and points of law pertinent to a specific case, filed by an attorney before arguing the case in court.
8. Roman Catholic Church A papal letter that is not as formal as a bull.
9. A briefing.
10. Short, tight-fitting underpants.
11. To summarize.
12. To give instructions or preparatory information to: briefed the astronauts before the mission.
13. in brief In short.