01 a. Containing the substance or general principles of a subject or work in a narrow compass; abridged; summarized.
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Containing the substance or general principles of a subject or work in a narrow compass; abridged; summarized.“More compendious and expeditious ways.” — Woodward.“Three things be required in the oration of a man having authority -- that it be compendious, sententious, and delectable.” — Sir T. Elyot.