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elaborate

Pronunciation: [ɪˈlæbəˌreɪt]

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Learn how to use elaborate in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “communication”

(verb) to explain something in more detail. When you elaborate, you take a basic idea and add extra information to make it clearer.

Example

The teacher asked me to elaborate on my project so everyone could understand it better.

Example

She didn’t elaborate on her opinion, so we were left confused.

Example

Can you elaborate on what you mean by that statement?

Context: “design”

(adjective) something that is very detailed and has a lot of parts. An elaborate design is full of different elements and looks really complex and beautiful.

Example

She wore an elaborate costume with many colors and decorations at the festival.

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The simple design of the building was not elaborate at all; it was quite plain.

Example

What does the elaborate pattern on your dress represent?

How to pronounce elaborate

Pronunciation: [ɪˈlæbəˌreɪt]

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