Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

debrief

verb
/diːˈbriːf/
Definition
To question someone about a completed mission or undertaking.
Examples
  • The officers were debriefed after the operation to gather vital information.
  • After the training exercise, the participants were debriefed to discuss their experiences.
  • She was debriefed to assess her understanding of the project’s objectives.
Meaning
Debriefing often involves gathering information and insights following an event, particularly in military or organizational contexts.
Synonyms
  • interrogate
  • interview
  • question
  • review