pré·cis \(ˈ)prā|sē; ˈprāsē, -si\noun (pluralprécis \-ēz\) Etymology: French, from précis precise 1.: a concise epitome or abstract (as of a book or a case) : a brief summary of essential points, statements, or facts < a précis of French history > 2.: the act or practice of writing such statements Synonyms:see compendium