Curt

Curt / adjective :

First Page Mentioned (By Name) : ch. “The Race to Conquer the Seas” – pg. 143

From the Latin ' curtus ', which means short, shortened or incomplete, curt has not changed in meaning much. It is sometimes used as a pejorative, as in a more formal or polite discussion one is expected to be fully expressive, not short or incomplete. When you are in a situation that doesn't require extra effort for politeness (such as familiarity with someone, a relaxed atmosphere, etc...), then you can be short or incomplete without fear of offending someone.

Related Entry: Pejorative

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