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explanation

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. explanation
2. commentary

A noun and verb meaning "explanation" or "commentary," often used in the context of providing detailed analysis of a topic. You will commonly see it in textbooks, broadcast commentary, and instructional content.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, I'm supposed to understand everything from that one explanation? No way!

Sentence 2

I'll wrap up with a brief explanation of the overall flow.

Sentence 3

There was a weather explanation playing on the evening radio.

Sentence 4

The commentary on that cooking show yesterday was surprisingly thorough, wasn't it?

Sentence 5

My boss has this habit of giving the same explanation three times.