briefing
noun
uk/ˈbriːfɪŋ/ us [ C or U ]
information about a subject, or instructions that are given to someone just before they do something:
The pensions manager will be giving a briefing about the new pensions legislation and how it affects you.
They received a thorough briefing before they left the country.
the importance of in-depth briefing
[ C ] MEETINGS, WORKPLACE
a meeting at which people are given information or instructions:
We had to attend a briefing once a month.
See also
debriefing