brief meaning and definition

BRIEF noun

Definition of brief (noun)

1. a document stating the facts and points of law of a client's case
   • synonyms: legal brief
2. a condensed written summary or abstract

BRIEF verb

Definition of brief (verb)

1. give essential information to someone
   • "The reporters were briefed about the President's plan to invade"

BRIEF adjective

Definition of brief (adjective)

1. of short duration or distance
   • "a brief stay in the country"
2. concise and succinct
   • "covered the matter in a brief statement"
3. (of clothing) very short
   • "an abbreviated swimsuit"; "a brief bikini"
   • synonyms: abbreviated