Definitions for explicit
ɪkˈsplɪs ɪtex·plic·it

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. explicit, expressedadjective

   precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication

   "explicit instructions"; "she made her wishes explicit"; "explicit sexual scenes"

2. denotative, explicitadjective

   in accordance with fact or the primary meaning of a term

WiktionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. explicitadjective

   Very specific, clear, or detailed.

   I gave explicit instructions for him to stay here, but he followed me, anyway.

2. explicitadjective

   Containing material (e.g. language or film footage) that might be deemed offensive or graphic.

   The film had several scenes including explicit language and sex.

3. Etymology: First attested 1609, from explicite, from explicitus, a past participle of explico, from ex- + plico. Pornographic sense is from 1971.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. EXPLICITadjective

   Unfolded; plain; clear; not obscure; not merely implied.

   Etymology: explicitus, Latin.

   We must lay aside that lazy and fallacious method of censuring by the lump, and bring things close to explicit proof and evidence. Thomas Burnet, Theory of the Earth, Preface.

   These speculations, when most refined, serve only to shew how impossible it is for us to have a clear and explicit notion of that which is infinite. Robert South, Sermons.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. explicit

   Explicit refers to something that is fully and clearly expressed, stated, or described, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. It often refers to details, instructions, or information that is directly communicated and easy to understand. In some contexts, it can also refer to something that is openly or plainly shown, such as graphic content or language.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Explicitadjective

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

2. Explicitadjective

   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. Explicitadjective

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

4. Etymology: [LL., an abbreviation of explicitus (est liber) the book (which anciently was a roll of parchment) is unfolded (and, of course, finished). See Explicit, a.]

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Explicit

   eks-plis′it, adj. not implied merely, but distinctly stated: plain in language: outspoken: clear: unreserved.—adv. Explic′itly.—n. Explic′itness. [L. explicitus, from explicāre.]

2. Explicit

   eks′plis-it, n. a term formerly put at the end of a book, indicating that it is finished. [Contr. from L. explicitus est liber, the book is unrolled.]

Rap DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. explicit

   MC of the rap group Swag Gang. "Yo! You heard that new rapper Explicit, man he good!" -- Explicit (Swag)

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1. Explicit

   Explicit vs. Implicit -- In this Grammar.com article you will learn the differences between the words Explicit and Implicit.

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'explicit' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #4646

2. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'explicit' in Adjectives Frequency: #631

How to pronounce explicit?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

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   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

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   Hayley

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   Oliver

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How to say explicit in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of explicit in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of explicit in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of explicit in a Sentence

1. Steve Carlsen:

   We're just trying to make that connection explicit.

2. Adam Cathcart:

   It's an explicit loophole, coal is a big lever for them. They're wise from the Chinese standpoint to keep some leeway (so) they're not branded as sanctions violators if a train goes from China to North Korea (carrying resources).

3. Lisa Bloom:

   I am pleased that we were able to block sale or distribution of the explicit images of Ms. Barton that were shopped around earlier this year, after months of litigation, we have reached a settlement that gives us everything we wanted: stay away orders and a promise not to distribute or post the images, ever.

4. Oliver Wallin:

   Although the Fed has two explicit mandates - inflation and unemployment - they are going to be wary of what's happening in the wider global environment, including in China. That will no doubt influence the scale of the U.S. rate rises, there has been suspicion for some time that all is not as good as it seems in China. We are 'underweight' on emerging markets and have a feeling that there is more value to be found in the developed markets.

5. Thenmozhi Soundararajan:

   The law is the most important part that we need to make explicit, once that’s there, we can then really begin the process of healing in our community.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=explicit
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Explicit
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=explicit
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/explicit
6. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=explicit