(ˈ)prā|sē; ˈprāsē, -si noun
( plural précis -ēz)
Etymology: French, from précis precise
1. : a concise epitome or abstract (as of a book or a case) : a brief summary of essential points, statements, or facts
a précis of French history
2. : the act or practice of writing such statements
Synonyms: see compendium