summary
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/ˈsʌməri/
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/ˈsʌməri/
noun
B1
A brief explanation of the main points of something, leaving out the details.
The teacher asked for a summary of the chapter.
adjective
R
Giving only the main points, without details.
She provided a summary overview of the project.
R
Done quickly without following the usual process.
The court issued a summary decision on the case.
translation
A brief explanation of the main points of something, leaving out the details.
Giving only the main points, without details.; Done quickly without following the usual process.
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summaries