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briefing

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹifɪŋ// UK //bɹˈiːfɪŋ// brief·ing

n. a short meeting where you get information or instructions about a task. It is also the name for the information itself.

n. a meeting for giving information or instructions; also refers to the information or set of instructions given. Often used in military, political, or corporate contexts.


SIMPLE

The team had a quick briefing before the project started.

CONTEXTUAL

The captain gave a short briefing to the crew before they began the rescue mission.

COMPLEX

The press secretary provided a comprehensive briefing on the new trade policy, addressing concerns about international tariffs and domestic manufacturing before taking questions from the floor.

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Usage

Often takes the preposition 'on' to indicate the subject matter ('a briefing on the budget').

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