explanation

1. N-COUNT If you give an explanation of something that has happened, you give people reasons for it, especially in an attempt to justify it. 解释 (原因)[also 'of/in' N]

She told the court she would give a full explanation of the prosecution's decision on Monday. 她告诉法庭她将在星期一就控方的决定做出详尽的解释。

2. N-COUNT If you say there is an explanation for something, you mean that there is a reason for it. 原因

The deputy airport manager said there was no apparent explanation for the crash. 机场副经理称那次飞机坠毁没有明显的原因。

3. N-COUNT If you give an explanation of something, you give details about it or describe it so that it can be understood. 详细说明

He has given a very clear explanation of his remarks and the context in which they were made. 他对他的评论以及作出那些评论的情境已经作了非常清楚详细的说明。