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Meaning of 'explicit' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Explicit [ a.]
- A word formerly used (as finis is now) at the conclusion of a book to indicate the end.
- 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.
- Having no disguised meaning or reservation; unreserved; outspoken; -- applied to persons; as, he was earnest and explicit in his statement.

Meaning of 'explicit' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . explicit [ a]
Meaning (1):
- precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
Example in sentence:
  • explicit instructions;
  • explicit sexual scenes;
  • she made her wishes explicit