commentary
Translation
commentary, explanation, narration
Examples
He provided a commentary on the football match.
He provided a commentary on the football match.
The book includes a critical commentary on the text.
The book includes a critical commentary on the text.
Grammar Patterns
((a commentary)) ((on sth.)) a spoken description or written explanation of (sth.) He provided a commentary on the football match.
Similar Words
Synonyms: analysis, explanation, critique, narration
Etymology
From Latin 'commentarius' (a notebook, interpretation), related to the verb 'comment'.
Memory Tips
A 'commentary' is a series of 'comments' put together, often to explain something.