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summary

nounmasculineformalcommon/suˈmaɾju/su·má·rio

Definitions

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A simplified and rapid judicial process, for minor crimes or those with easy proof.

Usage examples

The defendant was tried in a summary process.
The law provides for summary judgment for certain misdemeanors.

Common combinations

summary processsummary judgmentsummary court
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A brief, concise statement of the main points of a text, speech, or subject.

Usage examples

The report includes an executive summary for quick reading.
Before the meeting, he read the summary of the document.

Common combinations

executive summarywrite a summaryread the summary