explanation

Meanings

• Noun

  A statement that makes something clear or easier to understand.

  - "The teacher provided a clear explanation of the concept."
  - "I asked for an explanation of the instructions."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

clarification , elaboration , elucidation , explaining , femsplaining , mansplaining , mansplanation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with explanation
planation , station , vacation

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Variants

List of all variants of explanation that leads to same result
explanation , explanations , by way of explanation

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'explanare', meaning 'to make clear or explain'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the longest explanation in the English language is a legal document known as the 'Magna Carta'?

2. The word 'explanation' contains the word 'plan', which can be seen as a blueprint for making something clear.

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Related Concepts

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1. clarification: The act or process of making something clear or more understandable.

2. interpretation: The explanation or understanding of a text, work of art, or other cultural artifact.

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Culture

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In literature, explanations are often used to clarify complex ideas or concepts. In art, explanations can be used to provide context or background information about a work. In music, explanations can be found in the liner notes or album descriptions.

How to Memorize "explanation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a teacher writing out an explanation on a chalkboard.
   - Visualize yourself asking for and receiving an explanation from someone.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'explanation' with the idea of making something clear.
   - Think of an explanation as a bridge between understanding and confusion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Explain Like I'm Five' to simplify complex ideas.
   - Create a sentence using the word 'explanation' to help remember its meaning.

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