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大要 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • compendium noun A collection of detailed information on a subject, gathered into a single book or document, especially one arranged for easy reference.
  • summary noun A short version of a longer text that covers only the main points.

Senses

大要 is used for these senses in English:

  • compendium A short, complete summary; an abstract.

compendium — full definition

  1. noun A collection of detailed information on a subject, gathered into a single book or document, especially one arranged for easy reference.
  2. noun A boxed set of different board games or puzzles sold together.

summary — full definition

  1. noun A short version of a longer text that covers only the main points.
  2. adj Brief and to the point.
  3. adj Done quickly, without following the usual formal steps.

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