Summarization

/ˌsʌməˌraɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process of producing a concise and comprehensive statement of the essential points of a legal document or case.
    The lawyer prepared a summarization of the witness testimonies for the trial.

Commentary

Summarization in legal contexts emphasizes clarity and precision to aid quick understanding of complex materials.

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