explication

noun

Definition of explicationnext
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear any explication of Einstein's theory of relativity probably wouldn't help me much

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  1. explanation
  2. interpretation
  3. illustration
Noun
  • The meteorological explanation is summarized in the graphic below.
    Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
  • One photo showed the couple holing mugs proclaiming the best parents ever, and the last slide needed an explanation.
    Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of explanation
Noun
  • However, Favela himself has openly dealt with bipolar disorder, which adds layers to the video’s interpretation and suggests personal reflection.
    Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 10 Jan. 2025
  • These States seek to convince the Court to adopt an interpretation that completely reverses what these treaties actually say and are intended to mean.
    Jon McGowan, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of interpretation
Noun
  • The illustration also includes a completely prostate Mickey Mouse, representing the Walt Disney Company, which owns ABC News.
    The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Source photographs for illustration above: Screenshots from Cameo.
    Sophie Haigney, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of illustration
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