Definition of summary

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Definition of summary

  • briefly giving the gist of something (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a summary formulation of a wide-ranging subject

    Synonyms

    1. compact
    2. compendious
    3. succinct
  • a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form (noun)

    Examples

    1. he gave a summary of the conclusions

    Synonyms

    1. sum-up
  • performed speedily and without formality (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a summary execution
    2. summary justice

    Synonyms

    1. drumhead

See definition of summary in Merriam Webster