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expound

[ik-spound] / ɪkˈspaʊnd /


Usage

What are other ways to say expound? To expound is to give a methodical, detailed, scholarly explanation of something, usually Scriptures, doctrines, or philosophy: to expound the doctrine of free will. To explain is to make plain, clear, or intelligible something that is not known or understood: to explain a theory or a problem. To elucidate is to throw light on what before was dark and obscure, usually by illustration and commentary and sometimes by elaborate explanation: They asked him to elucidate his statement. To interpret is to give the meaning of something by paraphrase, by translation, or by an explanation based on personal opinion: to interpret a poem or a symbol.

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Rock also got to expound on the classic period where he released some of the best comedy specials ever made.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

It is common for justices to spar in their written opinions, and they sometimes expound on their legal disagreements in speeches or interviews.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The company is set to expound on the results at Qubits 2026, a two-day conference at the end of January.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

“I feel it here, but I don’t expound it from there.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024

Dad had begun to expound a scripture when Tyler cleared his throat and said he was leaving.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover




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