unbriefed
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/ʌnˈbriːft/
(brief)
shorter duration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unbriefed' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'brief,' which comes from Latin 'brevis,' meaning 'short.'
Historical Evolution
'brief' changed from the Old French word 'brief' and eventually became the modern English word 'brief.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'brief' meant 'short in duration,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'providing essential information.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having been given the necessary information or instructions.
The team was unbriefed before the meeting.
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