Meaning of Explicit

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Explicit

1. 1
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   A word formerly used (as finis is now) at the conclusion of a book to indicate the end.

2. 2
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   Not implied merely, or conveyed by implication; distinctly stated; plain in language; open to the understanding; clear; not obscure or ambiguous; express; unequivocal; as, an explicit declaration.

3. 3
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   Having no disguised meaning or reservation; unreserved; outspoken; -- applied to persons; as, he was earnest and explicit in his statement.

4. 4
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   A word formerly used (as finis is now) at the conclusion of a book to indicate the end.

5. 5
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   Not implied merely, or conveyed by implication; distinctly stated; plain in language; open to the understanding; clear; not obscure or ambiguous; express; unequivocal; as, an explicit declaration.

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   Having no disguised meaning or reservation; unreserved; outspoken; -- applied to persons; as, he was earnest and explicit in his statement.