The phrase "brief ceremony" refers to a short and concise event or ritual. It suggests that the ceremony will not take much time or be lengthy in nature.
Sentences with «brief ceremony»
If burying Osama binLaden at sea with a brief ceremony that pays respects to his religion is the most peaceful solution for all of society, than I am all for him being buried at sea. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Once complete, Father Davydov blessed and consecrated the fresco in a brief ceremony. (fb101.com)
As soon as the ball was returned to the infield, the umpires called time for a brief ceremony, and Swan, Montanez and Catcher John Stearns obligingly left the field lest they clutter up Rose's moment. (si.com)