Definitions

1. noun

A brief summary or abstract of a longer text, especially a written report or a speech.

“She provided a précis of the meeting’s discussion points to the absent team members.”

2. adjective

Detailed and thorough in presentation or analysis.

“The précis of the new policy was impressively detailed and well-researched.”

3. verb

To summarize or give a brief account of (something).

“The writer précised the novel’s plot to fit the condensed version.”

4. verb

To make something more concise or to the point.

“The editor précised the writer’s text to improve its clarity.”