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ELABORATING

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Elaborating.

Elaborating - as an adjective satellite

Marked by complexity and richness of detail

Example: "An elaborate lace pattern"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
luxuriant

Developed or executed with care and in minute detail

Example: "A detailed plan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detailedelaborated

Elaborating - as a verb

Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Example: "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dilateenlargeexpandexpatiateexpositexpoundflesh outlucubrate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarifyclear upelucidate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product

Example: "The bee elaborates honey"

Make more complex, intricate, or richer

Example: "Refine a design or pattern"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complicaterarifyrefine
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodify
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Work out in detail

Example: "Elaborate a plan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
work out

Example Sentences

"She provided a detailed elaborating of her theory during the presentation."
"The professor's elaborating on the topic helped the students understand it better."
"His elaborating on the historical context added depth to the story."
"The article lacked proper elaborating on the research findings."
"The book's chapter includes an elaborating on the protagonist's backstory."
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Word Game Points

Is ELABORATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, elaborating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ELABORATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ELABORATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, elaborating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ELABORATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is ELABORATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, elaborating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ELABORATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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