explainer

[ik-spley-ner]

noun

1. a person, document, video, etc., that explains something (often used attributively).

   an explainer article that gives the reader background information about a news story.

Word History and Origins

Origin of explainer¹

First recorded in 1575–1600; explain ( def. ) + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

In response, popular journalist and podcaster posted under the name “Under the Desk News” produced an explainer clarifying that the facility is a training site, not a full-fledged base, and operates within the existing U.S. military infrastructure.

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Here’s an explainer for how this campaign against Netflix kicked off, what it really means for the streaming business, and why this may not have the oft-noted “Bud Light” impact.

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Accordingly, it behooves me to provide this simple explainer.

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Meghan’s explainer in episode four is both simple and solid: Lift and season under the chicken’s skin, use a blend of butter and olive oil and roast the bird breast-side up with the feet facing the back of the oven for a more even cook.

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The product’s description includes the explainer: “Humility is overrated.”

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