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explanation
noun
thought that makes something comprehensible
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ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən
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noun
thought that makes something comprehensible
noun
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
“the explanation was very simple”
noun
the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible
“I heard his explanation of the accident”
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the explanation was very simple
I expected a brief account
I heard his explanation of the accident
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