brief

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. using only a few words to explain something.

adj. concise or succinct in expression; using few words to convey a message.

日本語:簡潔※

“Please keep your emails brief so that I can read them quickly.”

“The report was admirably brief, distilling complex financial data into three clear and actionable bullet points.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to give someone the specific information or instructions they need for a task.

v. to instruct or inform someone thoroughly but concisely in preparation for a task or mission.

“The captain will brief the crew on the safety procedures before we depart.”

“The intelligence officer spent the morning briefing the diplomatic team on the potential security risks of the upcoming summit.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun British English

n. a set of instructions or the specific job you are asked to do.

n. a specific set of instructions or a defined area of responsibility given to a person or group.

“The architect's brief was to design a modern house that felt traditional.”

“The committee's brief is to investigate the causes of the flood and suggest preventative measures for the future.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Formal · Technical

n. a written document that explains why one side should win a court case.

n. a written legal argument presented to a court to persuade the judge of a particular position.

“The lawyer spent all night writing the legal brief for the trial.”

“The appellate court requested a supplemental brief addressing the constitutional implications of the new legislation.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun

n. short, tight-fitting underwear.

n. short, snug-fitting underpants without legs.

“He packed three pairs of cotton briefs for the weekend trip.”

“The athlete preferred wearing performance briefs under his running shorts to prevent chafing during long-distance training sessions.”