Expounds

/ɪkˈspaʊndz/ verb

Definition

Explains or describes something in great detail; third person singular present tense.

Etymology

Same root as 'expounding'—from Latin 'exponere'. The '-s' ending marks third person singular in English.

Kelly Says

When someone 'expounds,' they're literally 'putting out' ideas in an orderly way—the original Latin meaning. Teachers who expound well can transform confused students into enthusiastic learners.

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