1. comparative form of brief; shorter in time or duration
2. comparative form of brief; more concise or using fewer words

1. a person who gives briefings or instructions
Usage: formal

Examples

• The second meeting was briefer than the first.
• Please make your presentation briefer to fit the time limit.
• Her briefer explanation was much clearer.
• The briefer gave us detailed instructions before the mission.
• We need a briefer summary of the report.
• The briefer outlined the key points in ten minutes.