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PRECIS

a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts

The meaning of the word precis is a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts.

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WordMeaning
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
pugilistfighter
duressforcible restraint or restriction
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
tippleto drink liquor especially by habit or to excess
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
pseudonyma fictitious name
malleablecapable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers