Explain Definition
explain
verb
- make plain and comprehensible; "He explained the laws of physics to his students"
- define; "The committee explained their plan for fund-raising to the Dean"
- serve as a reason or cause or justification of; "Your need to sleep late does not excuse your late arrival at work"; "Her recent divorce may explain her reluctance to date again"
"Explain" in song lyrics
See how explain is used in real songs:
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"Kisha done called me up and asked me to explain"
2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all -
"I'm trynna explain"
500 f/ Husalah, The Jacka, Big T, Lil' Tone — 50 Bullets -
"Over a dame, for some reason of which I cannot explain"
7L & Esoteric — Rest in Peace
Words that rhyme with explain
Usage tips for "explain"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "explain" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for explain to find words that pair well.