briefing

noun  C1
Plain meaning

a meeting or document that gives important information

Exam-register meaning

In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss a meeting or document that gives important information in a more precise way.

In context
naturalThe article discussed briefing during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that press briefing can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
press briefingsecurity briefingbriefing note
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Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “press briefing”.
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