lyhyt — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• brief adj Lasting only a short time.
• curt adj Speaking briefly to the point of seeming rude; short and blunt.
• short adjective Not long in length, distance, or duration.
• skimpy adj Too small, thin, or scanty; not generous in amount or coverage.
• summary noun A short version of a longer text that covers only the main points.

Senses

lyhyt is used for these senses in English:

• brief Of short duration; happening quickly. [from 15th c.]
• curt Short or concise.
• short (finance) With a negative ownership position.
• skimpy Small or inadequate; not generous; diminutive.
• summary Concise, brief, or presented in a condensed form; presenting information in such a form.

base — full definition

1. noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
2. noun A place used as the main point of operations for a person, group, or military force.
3. verb To use something as a starting point or foundation for a decision, argument, or story.
4. adjective Morally low; without honour or decency.

brief — full definition

1. adj Lasting only a short time.
2. adj Using few words; concise.
3. noun A set of instructions or a summary given to someone before they carry out a task.
4. noun A document summarizing the facts and legal arguments of a case, or (UK) the case papers given to a barrister.
5. verb To give someone a concise summary of a situation before they act.

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