elaborate
verb
UK/iˈlæb.ᵊr.ət/
US/iˈlæb.ə.reɪt/
Definitions of elaborate verb
- Intransitive(不及物动词)
To provide further details or clarification on a previously mentioned topic.
详细说明；详述
When asked why she suddenly resigned, she refused to elaborate further.
当被问及为何突然辞职时，她拒绝进一步说明。
Regarding this project, I will elaborate on it when you ask.
关于这个项目，你问的时候我会详细说明。
Could you elaborate on the solution you proposed?
你能详细说明一下你提出的解决方案吗？
adjective
UK/iˈlæb.ᵊr.ət/
US/iˈlæb.ɚ.ət/
Definitions of elaborate adjective
- C2
Characterized by intricate detail and complexity in design or execution.
精巧的；精致的；复杂的
They set up an elaborate decoration for the celebration.
他们为庆祝活动设置了精致的装饰。
She wore a very elaborate hairstyle to the gala.
她参加晚会时梳了一个非常精致的发型。
This design looks too elaborate; can we simplify it a little?
这个设计看起来太复杂了；我们可以稍微简化一下吗？