英和和英

the act of defining a word

to give a definition―define a term

to give a definition―define a word

razor-sharp definition

define clearly

to suppress a rebellion―subdue a revolt

strained explanation

naming explicitly

to describe in detail

to cut the Gordian knot

summarize briefly

surpass description

to explain at length

an all-embracing definition

rule the margins

a decision reached by force or coercion

define a concept loosely

retreat into silence

to explain in detail

to explain in detail

to explain in detail

by definition

to brace one's nerve―nerve oneself

the act of judging right and wrong

a precise definition

explain a riddle

to limit by setting bounds

to make an excuse―find a pretext

to make an excuse―assign a pretext

become specific