Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tl-dr
abbreviation
tee-el-dee-ar
Definition
An abbreviation for ‘too long; didn’t read’, used to summarize long texts.
Examples
- This article is very detailed; here’s the tl-dr: it’s a comprehensive guide to the topic.
- She sent a tl-dr version of the report because the full document was much too long.
- In online discussions, a tl-dr can help others grasp key points without wading through lengthy posts.
Meaning
A quick summary provided for lengthy content, indicating that the reader may not have the time or desire to engage with the full text.
Synonyms
- summary
- overview
- digest
