elaboration
Translation
elaboration, detailed explanation, development
Examples
The plan requires further elaboration.
The plan requires further elaboration.
The book is a wonderful elaboration of his theory.
The book is a wonderful elaboration of his theory.
Grammar Patterns
((of/on sth.)) the process of developing or presenting something in further detail The project requires further elaboration.
Similar Words
Synonyms: explanation, detail, development; Antonyms: summary, simplification
Etymology
From Latin 'elaborationem', the noun form of the verb 'elaborare' (to work out).
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'to elaborate'. It's the 'act of' or 'result of' elaborating.