explanation

Definition of Explanation in English :

1. account, explanation

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

Example Sentences:
'the explanation was very simple'
'I expected a brief account'

2. explanation

thought that makes something comprehensible

3. explanation

the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible

Example Sentences:
'I heard his explanation of the accident'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Explanation

noun

1.

the act or process of explaining

2.

a statement or occurrence that explains

3.

a clarification of disputed terms or points; reconciliation

noun

1.

the act of explaining

2.

something that explains

3.

the interpretation, meaning, or sense given in explaining

4.

a mutual defining of terms, declaration of motives, etc. to clear up a misunderstanding or settle a dispute

n.

1. The act or process of explaining: launched into a detailed explanation.

2. Something that explains: That was supposedly the explanation for their misdeeds.

3. A mutual clarification of misunderstandings; a reconciliation.