briefs
Pronunciation:
/bɹiːfs/noun
Definitions
A writ summoning one to answer to any action.
An answer to any action.
A memorandum of points of fact or of law for use in conducting a case.
(by extension) A position of interest or advocacy.
verb
Definitions
To summarize a recent development to some person with decision-making power.
Example: The U.S. president was briefed on the military coup and its implications on African stability.
To write a legal argument and submit it to a court.