Definition of Summary
Summary
sum·ma·ry
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
brief statement of the main points of something;
e.g. They gave a summary of their progress in building the bridge.
(adjective)
characteristic of something that is brief and covers the main points succinctly;
e.g. Here are the summary financial documents for the past 3 fiscal years.
(adjective)
quickly executed or done without delay and formalities;
e.g. The police made a summary arrest of the man who had a firearm in the restricted area.
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