summary

Meanings

• noun

  A brief statement or explanation of the main points of a larger work, such as a book or article.

• noun

  A condensed version of a longer text or speech.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsʌməɹi/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bottom line , short form , upshot

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with summary
rhythm , gymnasium , limerick , swimming , hymn

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Variants

List of all variants of summary that leads to same result
summarily , summary , summaries , summary judgment , summary judgments , summary proceeding , summary proceedings , in summary

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin summa, meaning 'highest, total', used as a title for collections of scholarly works.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'summary' comes from the Latin word 'summa', which means 'highest' or 'total'.

2. In mathematics, a summary is often referred to as a 'sum'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Abstract: A summary is similar to an abstract, but an abstract is a more formal and concise summary of a scholarly work.

2. Paraphrase: A summary can be considered a type of paraphrase, as it restates the original text in different words.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, summaries are often used to provide context and background information for readers before delving into the main text. They can also be used to review the key points of a text after reading it.

How to Memorize "summary"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a book with a table of contents. Each entry in the table of contents is a summary of the main points of the corresponding chapter.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'summary' with the idea of 'condensing' or 'reducing'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'SUMMARY' to remember the key components of a summary: 'Subject, Understand, Main Ideas, Measure, Analyze, Review, Yield'.

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