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B1
/briːfəst/
(brief)
shorter duration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brief' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'brevis', where 'brevis' meant 'short'.
Historical Evolution
'brevis' transformed into the Old French word 'brief', and eventually became the modern English word 'brief' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'short in duration', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
superlative form of 'brief', meaning the most brief or shortest in duration or extent.
This is the briefest meeting we've ever had.
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