Meaning of the word explain in English

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explain

US /ɪkˈspleɪn/
UK /ɪkˈspleɪn/
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Verb

1.

make (an idea or situation) clear to someone by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or ideas.

Example:
Can you explain this concept to me?
She tried to explain her decision to her parents.
2.

give a reason or justification for (an action or belief).

Example:
How do you explain your absence yesterday?
There's no easy way to explain his strange behavior.
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