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summarization

noun

Simple meaning

Preparing a summary.

Pronunciation

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suhmeruhzayshuhn

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈsʌmɚəˈzeɪʃən

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Definition

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noun

  1. uncountable

    The process of summarizing.

  2. countable

    A summary; the result of summarizing.

  3. The act of preparing a summary (or an instance thereof); stating briefly and succinctly

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C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

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  • summarynounDerived noun

    A brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form.

  • summarilyadverbDerived adverb

    Without delay.

  • summarizeverbDerived verb

    Give a summary (of).

  • summariseverbDerived verb

    Be a summary of.

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