Meaning Of The Word Cursory

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What's The Definition Of Cursory?

cursory
A cursory glance or examination is a brief one in which you do not pay much attention to detail.

cursory in American English
hastily, often superficially, done; performed rapidly with little attention to detail
adjective: going rapidly over something, without noticing details; hasty; superficial

cursory in British English
adjective: hasty and usually superficial; quick

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