Meaning of the word debrief in English

What does debrief mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

debrief

US /ˌdiːˈbriːf/
UK /ˌdiːˈbriːf/

Verb

to question someone in detail about a completed mission or undertaking

Example:
The soldiers were debriefed after their return from the combat zone.
We need to debrief the team on the project's progress.

Noun

a meeting or session in which a person is questioned about a completed mission or undertaking

Example:
The pilot attended a mandatory debrief after the flight.
The team held a quick debrief to discuss what went well and what could be improved.