Briefs

/brifs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Shorts or undergarments that cover the body from the waist down.

He prefers to wear cotton briefs for comfort.

A summary of a particular matter, usually for legal or business purposes.

The attorney submitted briefs to the court outlining the case.

verb

To give someone essential information or instructions about a task.

The manager briefs the team on the new project before they start.

Middle English 'briefe', from Old French 'briev' meaning 'short'.

legal briefs

Documents that summarize legal issues and arguments.

briefs of evidence

Concise summaries of evidence presented in a legal context.

underwear

Apparel worn beneath outer clothes.

boxers

Loose-fitting undergarments that cover the waist and upper thighs.

Slang for a short document outline.

He sent me the briefs for the meeting.

Casual reference to someone's underwear.

Did you see those wild briefs he was wearing?