nec

/nɛk/
noun
  1. A short form of 'necessary' or 'necessity', used informally in writing or notes.
    • I can't make it to the meeting—something urgent came up, so I'll send the nec details later.
    • The list of nec items for the trip includes a first-aid kit and a flashlight.
    • Please bring all the nec documents for the application.
adjective
  1. Short for 'necessary', meaning required or essential.
    • Is it nec to finish this report by Friday?
    • We only packed the nec supplies for the hike.
    • The nec repairs to the roof were completed yesterday.
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