Resume
/rɪˈzjuːm/
Definitions
- (n.) A concise summary of a person's education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically for job applications.
She submitted her resume along with the job application.
- (v.) To begin again or continue after a pause or interruption.
The court will resume proceedings after the lunch break.
Forms
- resumes
- resumed
- resuming
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish clearly between 'resume' as a document and 'to resume' an activity to avoid ambiguity.
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