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a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol
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is a type of (narrower)
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
"the explanation was very simple"; "I expected a brief account"
account, explanation
clarity of outline
"exercise had given his muscles superior definition"
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is a type of (narrower)
the quality of being sharp and clear
distinctness, sharpness