elucidation

American  

[ih-loo-si-dey-shuhn] / ɪˌlu sɪˈdeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the act of explaining or making something clear.

   Ideas may occur in abstract forms, but their elucidation happens only through language.

2. an explanation or clarification.

   Albert Einstein won the Nobel Prize for his elucidation of the photoelectric effect.

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Other Word Forms

• nonelucidation noun

Etymology

Origin of elucidation

First recorded in 1520–30; elucid(ate) ( def. ) + -ation ( def. )

Example Sentences

“In addition to providing much-needed elucidation, the investigation and examiner’s report ensure that the bankruptcy court will have the opportunity to consider the greater public interest when approving the FTX Group’s reorganization plan,” he added.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 22, 2024

This makes them a valuable tool for the future elucidation of the molecular organisation and interaction of biomolecules in cells.

From Science Daily • Dec. 1, 2023

Experiencing the art itself was the only way to discover its complex perceptual elucidation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2023

In 1982, the Nobel committee awarded the chemistry prize to Dr. Klug “for his development of crystallographic electron microscopy and his structural elucidation of biologically important nucleic acid-protein complexes.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 24, 2018

“But I have arrived at no conclusion. The elucidation of crime is your metier, not mine, my friend.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie