explanatory

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English[edit]

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Pronunciation[edit]

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ɪkˈsplanət(ə)ri/, /ɛkˈsplanət(ə)ri/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ɪkˈsplanətɔːri/, /ɛkˈsplanətɔːri/
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Adjective[edit]

explanatory (comparative more explanatory, superlative most explanatory)

  1. Intended to serve as an explanation.
    Below the diagram is an explanatory text.
  2. (of a person) Disposed to explain.
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