GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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Curt (kŭrt), a. [L. curtus; cf. Skr. kart to cut. Cf. Curtail.] Characterized by excessive brevity; short; rudely concise; as, “curt limits; a curt answer”.
[1913 Webster]
The curt, yet comprehensive reply. W. Irving.
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