Cursory \Cur"so*ry\ (k?r"s?-r?), a. [L. cursorius, fr. cursor.
   See {Cursor}.]
   1. Running about; not stationary. [Obs.]
      
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   2. Characterized by haste; hastily or superficially
      performed; slight; superficial; careless.
      
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            Events far too important to be treated in a cursory
            manner.                               --Hallam.
      
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