συνοψίζω — meaning in English

English meaning

• abstract noun A short summary of a longer document, especially an academic paper.
• brief adj Lasting only a short time.

Senses

συνοψίζω is used for these senses in English:

• abstract (transitive) To summarize; to abridge; to epitomize. [First attested in the late 16th century.]
• brief (transitive) To summarize a recent development to some person with decision-making power.

abstract — full definition

1. noun A short summary of a longer document, especially an academic paper.
2. adj Existing as an idea rather than a physical, concrete thing.
3. adj Relating to art that uses shapes, colours, and forms rather than realistic depictions.
4. verb To take out or separate a general idea or quality from something specific.

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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