1. (v. t.) To explain in detail; to examine closely; as to expound on the meaning of a word.
2. (v. t.) To lay open the meaning of; to explain; to clear of obscurity; to interpret; as, to expound a text of Scripture, a law, a word, a meaning, or a riddle.
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