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Answer for the clue "Summary? Cripes! ", 6 letters:
precis

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Precis is a genus of nymphalid butterflies , described by Jacob Hübner in 1819. They are commonly known as commodores and are found in Africa . Two species are endemic to Madagascar .

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n. a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory [syn: outline , synopsis , abstract ] v. make a summary (of)

Usage examples of precis.

Even given his gift for inaccurate precis, it seemed unlikely the postman had got things this wrong.

I am ready to download a precis of the 66,505 cases on the point of defendants suffering from memory redaction, and their rights and obligations under the law.

I don't ask for much out of life but I need someone to precis the intelligence memoranda, watch my calorie count, and sew up tears in my trousers.