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How to say: explanation

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US accent
/ɛksplɐnˈeɪʃən/
UK accent
/ɛksplɐnˈeɪʃən/
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Definition

Definition — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

e.g. “the explanation was very simple”

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